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(Legislative day of Wednesday, September 17, 2008)

The Senate met at 10:01 a.m., on the 2095, the rail safety-Amtrak legisla- package moving forward. So in the expiration of the recess, and was called tion. Cloture was invoked on the mo- coming days, I will continue doing ev- to order by the Acting President pro tion to concur in the House amend- erything possible to see that this dire tempore (Mr. WEBB). ment yesterday, so we will continue to and avoidable financial crisis moves to debate this today during the 30 hours. the best possible outcome and toward a PRAYER There will be no rollcall votes today in future of stability and growth for our The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, of- view of the Rosh Hashanah holiday, but country. I am going to have a meeting fered the following prayer: we will have votes tomorrow evening within an hour with the Senators I Let us pray. after sundown. We are still working on have just spoken about on the Demo- God of all the worlds that are, re- an agreement to consider the United cratic side. They have extremely good deemer of humanity, govern our Nation States-India nuclear agreement. I am contacts on the Republican side. and world. Lord, may the dawning of quite certain we will finalize that so I wish to say, Mr. President, that I Rosh Hashanah provide all people who there can be a vote on that tomorrow. thought the statement made yesterday believe in You with opportunities to re- Mr. President, on the financial crisis by JUDD GREGG was an extremely good view past mistakes and to resolve to facing our country, the blame game statement. JUDD GREGG is the past make improvements in the days to needs to end and we need to move for- chairman of the Budget Committee and come. ward on doing what is right for our someone both sides respect for his In these tumultuous times, lead our country. Yesterday’s drop on Wall knowledge of finances. So I commend lawmakers. Help them not to second- Street amounted to a loss of more than and applaud Senator GREGG for his guess the destinations to which You a trillion dollars—about $1.2 trillion, to statement. may take us but to focus on doing what be exact. Most of that money doesn’t I am hopeful and I am confident that is right. Keep them from being reluc- come from Wall Street titans but from all sides, House and Senate and White tant to make courageous decisions that the pensions of people who have retired House, will work together to achieve a may take them through valleys before and who have worked for city govern- goal that will be good for the American they see the mountain peaks. May our ment, county government, State gov- people. Senators seek to do what pleases You, ernment, or in some business they f their most important constituent, and worked at for many years, or people to work faithfully to do what is best who have frugally worked during their lifetime to save a few dollars and put it RECOGNITION OF THE MINORITY for America. LEADER You are our Lord and Savior. Amen. into a retirement account. These peo- ple are rightfully worried that the se- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- f curity of their golden years will be pore. The Republican leader is recog- PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE compromised by what has happened nized. with the irresponsibility in the finan- The Honorable JIM WEBB led the cial sector. So the most important job f Pledge of Allegiance, as follows: we have as Members of Congress is to FINANCIAL CRISIS I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the safeguard the physical and fiscal secu- United States of America, and to the Repub- rity of the American people. Despite Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I lic for which it stands, one nation under God, think the majority leader set precisely indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. yesterday’s setback in the House of Representatives, this continues to be the right tone. I, too, want to reassure f our No. 1 goal. the American people that we intend to RECOGNITION OF THE MAJORITY Last night, I spoke with the Presi- pass this legislation this week. We will LEADER dent’s Chief of Staff, Josh Bolten. I pass it on a broad bipartisan basis, talked to him again this morning and both sides cooperating, to prevent this The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- spent quite a long time with him on financial crisis from persisting. pore. The majority leader is recog- the telephone. I spoke to Senator The message from the markets yes- nized. OBAMA this morning, who had just terday was clear. The time for finger- Mr. REID. Mr. President, I suggest completed a conversation with Presi- pointing indeed has come to an end. As the absence of a quorum. dent Bush. I mention that not to be a the senior Senator from Tennessee The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- name-dropper but to indicate that we likes to remind us, this is not the time pore. The clerk will call the roll. are working together to try to resolve to fix the blame, this is the time to fix The assistant legislative clerk pro- this important issue. the problem. Those also are the words ceeded to call the roll. Senators BENNETT, CORKER, and of Senator MCCAIN, with whom I spoke Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- GREGG on the Republican side, as well yesterday, who is in exactly the same imous consent that the order for the as Senators DODD, BAUCUS, CONRAD, place as all of us are on a bipartisan quorum call be rescinded. DURBIN, SCHUMER, and JACK REED on basis. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- the Democratic side, have done an ex- So we will get the job done, we will pore. Without objection, it is so or- ceptionally good bipartisan job to get it done this week, and I think, dered. move the rescue legislation forward hopefully, that will reassure the Amer- f here in the Senate. Their work con- ican people that Congress can rise to tinues as we speak. I will also continue the occasion—act like grownups, if you SCHEDULE to work closely with the minority lead- will—and get the job done for all of our Mr. REID. Mr. President, following er, Senator MCCONNELL, as well as our people. the remarks of myself and Senator counterparts in the House of Rep- I yield the floor. MCCONNELL, we are going to move to resentatives. We are all committed to The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- continue on the consideration of H.R. keeping the progress on this rescue pore. The majority leader.

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Well, not immediately get on the Energy and the chairman of that committee, and when that was over, we had a little Water Subcommittee. It takes a while on budget issues, and he has been the heart-to-heart talk. He said: We have to get on that. That is one of the most chairman of that committee. He is a to work together. If we are going to sought-after committees you can get man who has been a leader on the Ap- work together on this subcommittee, I on in the Appropriations process. propriations Committee. I have known want to tell you something about how I worked with PETE DOMENICI since the first day I have been in the Senate Senator DOMENICI in that regard, as we do things in the Senate. We do not have the American people, but what I surprise each other. If you had a prob- but on a very close basis from the time I got on that subcommittee. So we think is so interesting about PETE lem with that issue, talk to me. If you worked together on that Energy and DOMENICI is a side that a lot of people have the votes, you do not need to try don’t know about him. Here is a man to embarrass me publicly, you go ahead Water Subcommittee for 22 years. who can talk about Wall Street, he can and do what you need to do. Some of these years PETE was the talk about financial markets, he can I learned a great lesson there. I chairman, as I indicated, or I was the talk about the budgetary problems fac- learned a lesson that can only come by ranking member, and other years it ing this country, but in a personal, pri- someone teaching you, such as when I was the reverse. vate conversation, he can talk about practiced law. It is not pleasant to talk But, frankly, for the two of us, it did baseball. about, but you learn from your mis- not matter which party controlled the Here is a man who was a star athlete. takes in the practice of law. When you Chamber. We continued to work for the He was a great baseball player. As a make a mistake, you never do that people of Nevada and New Mexico and young man, he played American Legion again. As a result of the teaching mo- the country on a bipartisan basis. We Baseball. I played American Legion ment I had with Senator DOMENICI, I have traveled the country. We have Baseball, but PETE’s team was good. never, ever did that again. So I appre- gone to some of the labs that are so Mine wasn’t so good. PETE led his team ciate, if for no other reason than that, necessary for our country’s science— to the regional championship. that one experience with PETE DOMEN- Livermore—and the great facilities we American Legion Baseball used to be ICI. It made me a better Senator and a have in New Mexico—Sandia. I can re- the baseball for young men. better person. member going there so clearly. It was a They did not have all the State tour- It was very clear that when Senator wonderful experience. The two labs in naments they had in high schools, so in DOMENICI realized he would not be play- New Mexico are among the best. We the summer, the best athletes would ing for the New York Yankees, even also traveled to a facility we fund in get together, the best baseball players though he was a good athlete, he de- Missouri. would get together and play American cided he would become a teacher. Then Anyway, we have done a lot of things Legion ball, and the winter regional he went to law school, and after grad- together over the years. In addition to championship was significant. uating, PETE DOMENICI entered politics. that, because of the relationship of the Senator DOMENICI went on to letter First, he was elected to the city com- spouses, his wonderful wife Nancy and all 4 years, of course, in high school. He mission in Albuquerque. Then he my wife Landra, have become very was a standout pitcher for the Univer- climbed up that ladder of local politics good friends. They are very small peo- sity of New Mexico, and he was All and became mayor of Albuquerque and ple physically but big people in other Conference. His final year he had a was elected in 1972 as a young man to ways. They are both generous, thought- record of 14 and 3. That is quite a the Senate. ful, kind wives, mothers and good peo- record. In those days, when Senator My relationship with Senator DOMEN- ple. They have done a great job of rais- DOMENICI was in high school and col- ICI began, my first experience coming ing our children, and they have many lege, they would play a lot of games, as to the Senate, in 1986. I was very fortu- conversations about the good and the they do now. A record of 14 and 3 is a nate that year. I was a brand-new Sen- bad, as all families have in raising very significant record. ator. I got on the Appropriations Com- their children. But that was not the end of his ca- mittee. As we now know, Senators wait PETE DOMENICI is now the longest reer. He went on to play professional a long time to get on that committee. serving U.S. Senator in the history of baseball. After college he played for I was so fortunate that BARBARA MI- his State, New Mexico. But longevity the hometown crowd as a left-handed KULSKI and HARRY REID, two brand-new does not tell the story of DOMENICI’s pitcher for the Albuquerque Dukes. I Senators, were placed on that com- legacy. He has established himself as know he must have had a great fastball mittee. From that day, I got to know one of America’s premier leaders on en- and a great curveball to accomplish PETE DOMENICI. ergy policy, national security, sci- what he did in baseball. But in the Sen- My experience on the Appropriations entific research. While I talk about na- ate, PETE DOMENICI does not throw Committee goes back to the day that tional security, one of the things I am curveballs, it is the high hard one all John Stennis, the Senator from Mis- very satisfied—I do not want to use the the time. He is a person who tells peo- sissippi, was chairman of that com- word ‘‘proud’’—satisfied that PETE ple how he feels. mittee. By the time I got to the Sen- DOMENICI and I worked together on was With my long-time relationship with ate, he was in very frail health. He had the safety and security of our nuclear Senator DOMENICI, I only had one prob- been shot in a robbery, he had lost a arsenal. lem my entire career with PETE leg, he had cancer. So he was very Now, you cannot put these nuclear DOMENICI. That was a time when—I, weak. weapons we have in some storage facil- frankly, do not remember whether I His chief of staff was a man by the ity and leave them alone. There must was the ranking member of the sub- name of Frank Sullivan. He had been be a way of making sure they are safe committee or the chairman of the sub- chief of staff of the Armed Services and reliable. We worked for years to committee because we went back and Committee, and then the Appropria- accomplish that goal, and we have been forth often. That was the Energy and tions Committee. And he called me. successful. Water Subcommittee of Appropria- After I met Senator Stennis, he called PETE DOMENICI has been one of the tions. me in his office and said to me: Senator leaders on scientific research because As a relatively young Senator, I had REID, you got on the best committee in of his work on the national labs and a position of power, and I thought what the entire Senate. He said: You can do fighting nuclear proliferation. He has

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If you couldn’t get tion—we have done it here, it has not Mr. DOMENICI. My pitch was a very them, you would go somewhere else. made it through the House—that we gifted one. I was right handed, but the But we had to have an open hand there can pass the legislation he and Senator ball broke automatically as if I was and tell each other what was going on. Wellstone started working on more pitching left handed. So you were That is the way we did it. We told each than 10 years ago. It is no secret that close. When you have a right-handed other the truth. With the truth came these two great individuals, wonderful pitcher who throws a certain kind of great things from that subcommittee Senators, did it because they had expe- fastball that breaks into the right- on which we were totally bipartisan. rience in their own families, problems handed batter, that is the screwball. We had kept the nuclear arsenal safe with mental illness. You go to a lot of trouble throwing a enough where those who ran the three As a result of that, they became the screwball; but mine, I did not have to Laboratories could tell the President experts, the leading advocates to do go to a lot of trouble, it did it anyway. every year that the United States nu- something about mental health parity I wish there were things around here clear arsenal was safe and sound. They in our country. If we eliminate the that worked that way, that you did not must do that as a matter of law, you work he has done on scientific re- have to work so hard to make some- recall. search, national security proliferation, thing happen. But you have to work I say thank you. I close and say I, competitiveness, eliminate all that, if here. too, am sorry about leaving. You indi- he had not done that and all he had It has been my pleasure to work on cated something about sadness, but I done is lead us on the road to mental many measures, so people will know it am hopeful things will be all right with health parity, that would have been is not just talk when you say you work me, and certainly the Senate will have enough to have a very successful ca- in a bipartisan manner—on the Appro- to continue to be a great place. As we close, we had this one dialog reer. priations Subcommittee, on Energy this morning, and I have the chance, But for the millions of Americans and Water, a strange-sounding title. before my distinguished Republicans who suffer from mental illness, PETE We have had the task of maintaining waiting to speak, just to say I hope DOMENICI is the hero. He has joined the safety of the nuclear arsenal. We with all the strength of my being that Senator KENNEDY, as I have indicated, were given a brandnew approach, this we can put together a package that the late Senator Wellstone, as national Senator and I, to saving and securing will gather the votes in the House and champions on issues related to mental our arsenal without testing for the Senate to put this plan, this recovery health. first time. plan, in place so we are not going to So I would hope that one of the last So we inherited a job of seeing that suffer irreparable harm for the people things we do during the year, that will nuclear weapons were safe, and we were by the financial markets falling apart. no longer going to test them as we had be the end of his great Senate career, is I am so sorry we got started with this from their inception. We were given a figure out a way to make sure we get concept of calling it a bailout. There is this legislation passed. Senator DOMEN- concept called science-based stockpile nothing to bail out. We are buying as- ICI made his farewell remarks this past stewardship. Remember those words, sets that are stopping up the system. I Saturday. He described himself as near- Leader? For a long time we had trouble don’t know how that got to be a bail- ly incapable of sitting still in a crisis. saying them, science-based stockpile out. You buy them and you own some- With these years of service to New stewardship. thing and you sell it later. If you don’t Mexico and our country, that descrip- That meant we were going to use a buy it, the entire system behind those tion fits him perfectly. scientific manner of assessing what bad assets, which were stuffed into the Pete and Nancy have eight wonderful was going on inside a nuclear weapon system over a number of years because children. as it matured. We had put together a we sold mortgages that were not good Now, how can I describe in my words plan, paid for it, and it took a long mortgages—I wish the people could un- how I feel about PETE DOMENICI leav- time. Every national laboratory had to derstand that we are not bailing out ing? I guess we should, as Dr. Seuss have something, as you recall, some Wall Street. We are not bailing out said: ‘‘. . . not cry before it’s over, piece of this project. We are not yet anything. We are trying to make sure smile because it happened.’’ finished with the biggest piece, which the American financial markets in That certainly applies to our rela- is in California, at the laboratory your own backyard—your bank, your tionship: Don’t cry before it is over, there, a gigantic laser facility, savings and loan, all the other things, even though there are times when you multilaser facility that will look inside your payroll checks—are going to func- would like to shed a tear, smile be- nuclear weapons and see that they are tion under this very fabulous American cause it happened. safe. financial system which has some very No distance or place or lapse of time But I give you this one example: Two big kinks in it now. It won’t work. We can lessen the friendship of those who Senators did that. No audiences. No have to make it work. are thoroughly persuaded of his work. I television. They were all welcome. It Again, I thank the majority leader am persuaded of the work of my friend, was open. But we went about our busi- for his comments. PETE DOMENICI. ness. As we moved along, nobody could The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- tell who was chairman and who was pore. The Senator from Arizona. pore. The Senator from New Mexico. ranking member. It was a pleasure. I Mr. KYL. Mr. President, while both Mr. DOMENICI. Mr. President, I rise could count on you and you could the majority leader and Senator to say thank you to the distinguished count on me. I do not think we ever DOMENICI are here, I want to say I ap- majority leader for his kind words once deceived each other. preciate the opening remarks of the about my service in the Senate with Your story about my getting per- majority leader today. It is precisely him and my service in the Senate gen- turbed at you was slightly different that tone of necessity and bipartisan- erally. I wish to say you have been far than it was. You were ranking member ship that will enable us to achieve the too generous in your words. I accept and you went to the Republican side result to which Senator DOMENICI re- them and appreciate them abundantly. and got a proxy. What I told you was to ferred. I hope to continue in that same I also wish to correct one slight never do that again. When you get a vein with some comments I will make error, I was a right-hander, not a left- proxy from a Republican on my side, in a moment.

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If I could turn to Senator DOMENICI, ple of America, he is joining together luxuries of buying so many things the majority leader pointed out several in a bipartisan way to work on a prob- which come from a financial system, of the things that have been com- lem of great significance to the people. the luxury of buying cars that come mented upon before regarding Senator He has done everything he can. from a financial system. Nothing is DOMENICI’s leadership. I want to focus I know when he leaves, he will be paid for in cash today. on two other things briefly. The major- able to say he did everything he could I don’t want to offend the few people ity leader spoke to his leadership on do—and he did it well. I appreciate his who do pay in cash. Some people pay in matters relating to the preservation of service. I have appreciated the personal cash, but 99.9 percent of every trans- our great National Laboratory assets, relationship we have had, the friend- action has some credit in it. If it has two of which are located in New Mex- ship we have had, his assistance to me. some credit in it, it is not going to ico. He referred to Senator DOMENICI’s I know that will continue even though work a couple of weeks from now be- leadership on mental health reform, on he and Nancy will not be here in the cause it has fallen apart. nuclear power; that is to say, our pro- Senate. But we will be close, since we I wish when we started it off we duction of electricity on which Senator are neighbors in the great Southwest. I would have huddled and said: How do DOMENICI has worked so hard. I don’t join the remarks of the distinguished we talk about this? They are still using recall if he mentioned all of the budget majority leader and compliment my the phraseology ‘‘bailout’’ this morn- reform that Senator DOMENICI put in friend for his years of service to the ing. In fact, some are saying ‘‘the bail- when he was chairman of the com- people of this country. out,’’ but then they say: But it isn’t a mittee, but we are certainly all aware The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- bailout. But they started by saying it of that. pore. The Senator from New Mexico. is a bailout. So we have citizens all I would like to briefly mention two Mr. DOMENICI. Mr. President, I once over the place telling House Members others, to express appreciation to Sen- again thank my friend from Arizona. who are running for office—and I don’t ator DOMENICI for his help in achieving He has given me far too much credit, blame them—don’t vote for the bailout. one of the landmark Indian water set- but I appreciate it. I have tried to un- I have taken these few minutes. I tlements in the history of the country derstand the significance of this agree- probably won’t come back to the floor related to Arizona a couple of years ment. I only wish that every Member this morning. I hope not. I have bur- ago. Without his help, that wouldn’t had the luxury of understanding it be- dened the Senate enough. I have both- have been possible. And I want to indi- cause I don’t think they do. I don’t ered you enough. You just came down cate something that probably not a lot think some do. I wish far more that the to say a few words. Here I got up and of folks are aware of, but people in New millions of Americans who are writing said it all over again. What I didn’t do, Mexico will become aware of, that Sen- their Congressmen saying this bailout I say to the Senator from Tennessee, I ator DOMENICI has worked hard to lay should fail, it is no good, it doesn’t didn’t use the metaphor about a super- the foundation for an equally historic help me, I wish they would understand highway. water settlement for New Mexico. Un- the way I have been privileged to un- Mr. KYL. I will use that. fortunately, that will not be completed derstand. I want them to know it didn’t Mr. DOMENICI. I dreamt it up with before the end of Senator DOMENICI’s come easy. my staff, and it is pretty darn good. service, but it will not be completed The first couple of days I didn’t un- That is one where what you are going without the foundation he helped to derstand, maybe the first 3 days. It to say, if the American people are tell- lay. looked to me like it was all crazy and ing their Congressmen that this is a Finally, something that has hap- wild and it would never work and what bailout, if they listen to you, they will pened recently that only his Repub- were we trying to fix. It turns out I fi- find out there is no bailout. They will lican colleagues would be familiar nally got it. find out there are some broken down with, but in these last several weeks in Once I did, there was no citizen who cars in the middle of the road, and they which we have confronted this finan- could write to me and say I shouldn’t have to be moved. cial crisis, several leaders have risen to vote for this because it is bad because In any event, let me say one other accept the challenge of leadership. Sen- I would have to call them and tell them thing about your mentioning my ac- ator DOMENICI is one of those. Perhaps they didn’t understand. That is why I tivities and just say to you, a number because he had been here a long time, am talking to you. I hope some addi- of things I have done lately I could not had the respect of his colleagues, al- tional citizens hear us. have done without your help and your ways spoke thoughtfully on these If they say: Why should he be telling leadership. I want to tell you one of issues, it would be expected that he us we don’t understand, I am telling them because it is a good one—I will be would perhaps rise to that leadership you, citizens, you don’t understand if gone, and you need to stand up for it; role. I know in our Republican con- you are against this on the basis that if you have to filibuster, you have to— ference during the meetings we have it bails out Wall Street. There is no that is opening all of the offshore of had to discuss this, and others, it was bail out. If it bails out nothing, how America for drilling for natural gas frequently the case that Senator can it bailout Wall Street? It buys and crude oil. DOMENICI stood and thoughtfully and something. We will agree to that, If the new President or the majority quietly expressed the words that only right, it will buy something. But the tries to reinstate those moratoria, I am very respected leaders can speak. He something it is buying is an asset that saying thanks for helping me who did that on one occasion to bridge a is clogging up the financial rivers of started that thing. I got it started with gap between two groups of Repub- America because they are toxic. They a little bill because my staff and I said: licans, to compliment one group and to are not good mortgages. If you don’t What is the biggest thing we need. And demonstrate how we all could work to- buy them up, they will continue to clog we needed that so we put it in. Then, gether to restore confidence to our it up. thanks to this leader, we made the bill markets. He has done that subse- So, citizens, turn some of your Mem- grow. Then it grew, and then the peo- quently in a thoughtful and, I even bers loose whom you are holding hos- ple bought it. That is how it happened. suggest, profound way. tage by telegram and phone call to al- The people said: Drill, drill, drill. I have heard Senator DOMENICI speak legations that are not correct, that are Don’t let it go away when I am gone. eloquently before, but I have never untrue. If we continue to have our citi- I am just asking you. You are a good heard him speak more eloquently than zens believe them and thus lead our filibusterer, so do it. The first time when he has been addressing this crisis. Members into not permitting this vote they want to close up some of that, and It allows us to return to the propo- to occur with a majority vote, we are the first one will be California, you tell sition that as this great Senator nears going to do irreparable harm to a sys- them to get an estimate of how many the end of his service in the Senate for tem that brings us the luxury of Amer- billions California will get if they start the people of New Mexico and the peo- ica, the luxuries of everyday life, the that. Then you ask that Governor: How

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Then nobody is going to come With that, I say thanks. It is nice unclogs it, it is stopped dead. That is and clear the freeway. That is the anal- being here again with you. the analogy he has used to describe the ogy to our financial system today. Peo- f problem in our economy today. ple say: Well, we would love to come I am going to indulge my colleagues and haul them away, but we don’t RESERVATION OF LEADER TIME for just a moment and go back in time. know—if we bought those cars, if we The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- When my grandmother, who was an im- took them—that we could resell them pore. Under the previous order, the migrant from Holland, was running for anything. They look kind of dam- leadership time is reserved. their household with my grandfather, aged to us. Nobody wants to buy this f they never bought anything on credit. used car, so it is somebody else’s prob- FEDERAL RAILROAD SAFETY Everything was cash. They paid for lem. IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 2007 their modest house when they had the None of us like Government involve- cash to buy it and lived in it the entire ment in our free market. We want to The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- time in a small community in Ne- keep it to as low a level as possible. pore. Under the previous order, the braska until they passed away. When But in times of crisis, sometimes it is Senate will resume consideration of they would buy a car, they would not up to the Government to step in and the House message to accompany H.R. buy it until they had the cash. That lead the way so the private market can 2095, which the clerk will report. was the way a lot of people who lived get unclogged and begin to work again. The assistant legislative clerk read through the Great Depression had to Just as with the freeway, we do call as follows: work because there was no credit dur- the public ambulance and the public Message from the House of Representatives ing the Great Depression. highway patrol, and so on. This is a to accompany H.R. 2095, entitled an Act to It is not a bad lesson for all of us to case where the public, represented by amend title 49, United States Code, to pre- vent railroad fatalities, injuries, and haz- try to have a little more cash on hand the Members of Congress and by the ardous materials releases, to authorize the when we enter into big financial trans- administration, need to come up with Federal Railroad Safety Administration, and actions because America has gotten something to get that freeway cleared. for other purposes. into a bit of a bad habit. It is the habit Secretary Paulson and President Pending: of leveraging everything, buying every- Bush and the administration, as well as Reid amendment No. 5677 (to the motion to thing on credit and, in effect, creating the Chairman of the Federal Reserve concur in the amendment of the House of a situation where you have so many Board, Ben Bernanke, came to us a Representatives to the amendment of the loans, so many credit card debts. You week ago and said: We have a huge Senate to the bill), to establish the enact- bought your home on credit absolutely wreck in the freeway. It is not going to ment date. to the hilt. You have mortgaged it. be cleared up by the private sector. The Reid amendment No. 5678 (to amendment Your car is on credit. And, by the way, Government has to get involved and No. 5677), of a perfecting nature. the day after you drive your new car clear it or credit in this country will The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- off the lot, it is worth less than the car absolutely come to a halt and, as we pore. The Senator from Arizona. loan you have to repay. That is now said, since the country runs to a large NOT A BAILOUT the situation with a lot of homes be- extent on credit, everybody will gradu- Mr. KYL. Mr. President, I would like cause home values have declined to the ally come to a grinding halt in their to continue the conversation Senator point that some of the mortgages ex- personal lives and in their businesses DOMENICI and I were engaged in. I as- ceed the real value of the homes. in terms of being able to function fis- sure him that Senator ALEXANDER and So we found that in our society gen- cally. I came to the floor this morning to try erally we have far too much debt. It is So the plan was to clear the freeway to do exactly what he suggested; that true, as Senator DOMENICI said, our by having the Government come in and is, to tell the stories of real Americans country runs on debt. So what happens buy those cars that are clogging the who are confronting the challenges of if all of a sudden the credit that is re- freeway, buy the assets that do not the market that need to be fixed. Sen- quired to fuel this system dries up—no- have full value. We do not know what ator ALEXANDER and I will do that for body can get a loan anymore, there is they are worth, so nobody in the pri- a few minutes to demonstrate that this not any credit available. Well, it is like vate sector wants to buy them. But the is not a problem that requires a bailout the freeway accident that he describes. Government could buy them with up to of Wall Street. It is unfortunate that You have five or six cars in the middle $700 billion in cash, in money to buy the media has spoken in those terms. of the freeway, and every car behind them, and we will try to buy them at a We understand the media likes to use them is backed up and is going no- price the owner of that car or the shorthand to describe problems, but it where. owner of this mortgaged-backed secu- can do great damage. It is wrong to Now, in one car you have a doctor rity—maybe it is not as much as he call this a bailout of Wall Street. who has to get to the hospital or a would have liked to have gotten for it, About 3 weeks ago, the Federal Re- nurse or a teacher who needs to get to but he is willing to take it in order to serve Board and the Department of the school to teach kids or a mom who get some cash out of it and have cash Treasury did bail out some businesses needs to pick up her kids from school to continue to operate—but at a value and Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. and they are waiting and she cannot that is not so high that when the Gov- Those were bailouts. They acquired as- get to them. You can just imagine all ernment decides to then fix up that car sets, took them over, and they re- the other reasons people are in their that was in the accident or take this stricted the compensation of the people car trying to get someplace. It is seri- mortgage-backed security—these loans running the companies and did all the ous business. They need to get going, we are talking about—to take them rest. and they cannot. If they cannot, people back to the market and sell them, that This is something different. It ad- are hurt. the Government will not have paid dresses the problem that Senator Likewise, if you view those cars as such a high price that it is not getting DOMENICI has described akin to a big the loans in our system, they were a the money back for the taxpayers. automobile accident in the middle of nice shiny car until they got into the So that is what Secretary Paulson the freeway. accident, and now they are not worth proposed. We will buy those assets at a

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Well, the uity in our home to provide lines of business the unemployment problem in Arizona idea, if it works, is to get all that credit. We conservatively used the credit to today. money back. address cash flow issues or make invest- Now, the third and last example I One of the good things about the leg- ments in goods or capital to expand the busi- want to cite is the State of Arizona islation that was drafted is that it all ness. itself and its municipal and other polit- goes to reduce the Federal debt. That We were notified about two weeks ago that our credit line has been closed due to the ical subdivisions because governments is great for the taxpayers. drop in house prices. This has created some are hurt by this just as the private sec- So the legislation was drafted. Every- manageable challenges but the after effects tor. The Arizona State treasurer in- body realizes now that the House of were more severe. vests the State’s and most of the indi- Representatives failed to pass it yes- With the credit line capped to our current vidual localities of the State’s day-to- terday. One of the things Senator AL- balance, our debt to available credit percent- day operating funds in commercial EXANDER and Senator MCCONNELL and I ages went from 30% to 100%. This in turn re- paper. A lot of these are called over- and Senator GREGG from New Hamp- duced our credit score from 750 to 680. This night funds. They get cash in during shire, who was so involved in the draft- has put us under the 720 requirements for the day, and they have to have a place prime loans and has disqualified us from cer- ing of this plan, spoke to yesterday was tain loans options as a business and on a per- to put it overnight before they then the fact that this cannot fail. We have sonal level. use it the next day to disburse it or do to put Humpty Dumpty back together We have not missed a payment, our busi- whatever they need. They can make a again and get it passed in the House ness has not changed, but due to this action fraction of a percent by putting it in and the Senate. There seems to be a we have had a significant drop in our credit Government commercial paper. Some- great deal of goodwill on both sides of score. In fact the business is very healthily times they put it with a brokerage the aisle and in both the House and the as we have realized a 40% increase over last house or an investment bank, and in year. Arizona’s case some of this fund was Senate to get this done and get it done We want to expand, hire more employees before the end of the week. and create jobs. Without the flow of capital put with Lehman Brothers, the entity People are talking about the specific the people that can actually help the econ- that collapsed a couple weeks ago. ways in which that might be done. omy recover are being left out while the The State, as a result, is going to They do not do any damage to the banks use our money to shore up their busi- need to sell as much as $250 million in basic idea the Congress and Secretary ness. We are told just wait in line, when we funds at a loss. This directly affects Paulson worked on and, in fact, I think are solid we will see if we can help you. taxpayers. Here is one of the excerpts improve it a little bit. Just to interject, that is the message from what the State treasurer said: But now, what Senator ALEXANDER a lot of banks are sending to people, However, with the current headline risk and I want to do is talk about a few ex- and I do not blame them because they and market uncertainty, they [local govern- amples of why this is not about some need to hold their cash because of the ments] will likely flock to insured accounts if they are available. Without the same in- bank on Wall Street. This is about requirements the law requires. So he surance, state backed investment pools may folks back home. Let me give three ex- concludes: face a multi-billion dollar run on the bank. amples of correspondence I have gotten As individual businesses we are nothing in Both State and local governments will real- in the last few days from people who the grand scheme— ize losses. wrote about their real-life problems. By the way, I would choose to dis- A run on the bank would force assets and And we could repeat this story over agree. These are the backbone of what holdings to be sold at below par in order to and over with phone calls we have got- meet redemptions as local governments makes our country work. But he goes transfer their investments from state-oper- ten. I have talked to so many people in on: ated pools . . . Arizona who said: You have to do but, as a group, we are the most rapid and The result is taxpayers at all levels would something about this because it is af- viable solution to job creation and economic then be liable for losses on investments that fecting me, it is affecting my family, recovery. We want to expand, we want to are subject to force selling due to redemp- and we are not going to be able to oper- create jobs and do our part. Help us help you. tions by investors transferring their funds, ate our business, or we are not going to Well, that is an eloquent statement and losses on yields gained on their local in- vestment dollars since private sector funds be able to send our child to school or from an Arizona businessman who ap- generally charge more for managing those whatever the situation might have preciates how this crisis can affect ev- investments than state-operated pools on top been. But let me recount three specific erybody else and tells us how it is af- of the losses incurred at the federal level in situations. fecting him. the guarantee program. I am going to quote from the cor- Let me cite one other businessperson But in regular English, it means they respondence I received. One is from a in Arizona. I am quoting again: are going to have to sell at a loss. The small businessperson in Arizona, and I My wife and I live in Arizona, and I want State will take a loss, these local gov- am not going to put the names in, but to let you know I support the emergency ernments will take a loss, and that will you will get the gist. He said, Senator: bailout now in review. I would like to bring replicate itself throughout both the I wanted to write to you to provide a real one thing to your attention though. Some- public sector and the private sector the life example of the impact this issue has thing I have not heard mentioned at all in more this goes on. caused to my business and personal life. We the media, and I believe is being played out These are just three examples of why need to be assured you are remembering and across the Nation. My wife owns a small business in Tucson. it is important to do something now. It representing the foundation of America, the is up to leaders, people such as Senator small business owner. Her business is actually up 5 percent from We opened our first store in March 2006 and last year. She was unable to get a loan for DOMENICI, who was speaking earlier, to now have 8 stores operating, four in AZ two opening the store 3 years ago and thus we explain that it is not a bailout; that in TX and two in FL. Two of these stores are put a Home Equity Line of Credit on our the legislation that has been put to- corporate stores and 6 are franchise loca- house, and she opened several credit cards gether has numerous taxpayer protec- tions. Collectively the operations generate who claimed they specialized in small busi- tions in it; that we would hope to be over $3.5M in annual sales and employs 40 nesses. able to get the taxpayer investment people. She has not been late with payments, has not been over limit on the cards, nothing. A back; that in those situations where It is a typical small business in decent model of paying your bills on time in there is direct involvement by the Fed- America. He goes on: line with the card’s terms. Yet both the eral Government in the business, they I hear politicians talking about what could cards have raised her interest rate to 36 per- will totally control executive com- happen if the bailout is not finalized, I want cent merely because she is a small business. pensation and everything else relating

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I can’t miles. to deduct these salaries from taxes. think of a more apropos time to cite I was thinking as we were talking The bottom line is, all of the things this quotation where he said that he about this of another aspect of Amer- our constituents have been asking us appreciated the opportunity to work on ican life that all of us are familiar to do, through painstaking, bipartisan work worth doing. Well, if this isn’t with—not just the backups on the negotiations, have been put into this work worth doing, I don’t know what interstate highways caused by wrecks, legislation. What I hope is that what- is. It is worth it for America, it is but what do we do when there is a ever modest change, if any, is needed worth it for our constituents, and it is wreck and we are nearby? We have to to cause the support for this legislation worth it for our children and grand- go look at the wreck. So everybody to be manifested in a positive vote in children for the future. I appreciate the stops what they are doing and starts the House and in the Senate will occur opportunity to be here working on that arguing about the wreck, and that quickly; that we can reassure both the work, and I compliment all of my col- slows everything down even more. markets, which, as everyone knows, leagues who have done the same. That seems to be what we are doing lost over $1 trillion yesterday, and our The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- in the Congress. It is the equivalent of constituents so that before the end of pore. The Senator from Tennessee is somebody saying, well, they needed a this week we can pass the legislation recognized. stop light; or, he should have made a through both Houses of Congress and Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. President, I left turn; or, she was driving too fast. get it to the President. ask unanimous consent to speak as in I don’t blame anyone in the House of morning business. The crowd might get bigger around the Representatives who voted the other The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- wreck and say, well, it is a stolen car; way. The time for blame is gone. We pore. Without objection, it is so or- or, he didn’t have insurance; or, one need to fix the problem, not the blame, dered. was driving too close to the other. as the Senator from Tennessee has Mr. ALEXANDER. I wish to con- Someone might have noticed that the said. For those who believe there are gratulate the Senator from Arizona on wreck happened because this person one or two changes that would cause his usual clear exposition on what is was on the cell phone or this one them to support the legislation, I wel- happening here and to thank the ma- wasn’t wearing a seatbelt. Someone come that, if that is what it takes to jority leader, Senator REID, and Sen- might say, we need to get some legisla- get this done. ator MCCONNELL, the Republican lead- tors in here and build a wider road or When we talk about over $1 trillion er, and the assistant Republican leader, another exit ramp. Someone else might lost in the market yesterday, that is Senator KYL, all for making it clear say, let’s have a piece of legislation really not the right way to put it. Our that the Senate has not finished its that would lower the speed limit or in- constituents—the person who is retired work on the economic recovery plan crease the speed limit. A lawyer might and has money in the stock market, and we plan to continue our work and show up and say, well, let’s sue the you and me, all of us; over 50 percent of discuss it today and tomorrow and to manufacturer and start interviewing Americans own stock—all of us lost a complete our work on that by the end witnesses. So we would all be standing lot of money yesterday. It is on paper, of the week. That is our intention. We around just looking at the wreck. That but, after all, that is where the value believe that will happen. We are united is kind of what we are doing today in is. Thousands and thousands of dollars. in that purpose in a bipartisan way. We the Congress. We are just standing Everyone in the gallery who has an in- have been for the last week. We are dis- around looking at the wreck when vestment lost money. All of us here. appointed by what happened yesterday somebody ought to be moving the All of our staff who are participants in in the House of Representatives. How- wreck off the highway so the economic the Federal retirement program lost ever, photographs of legislation are traffic can proceed. There is going to money. This is real money for people in best taken sometimes at the beginning be plenty of time to talk about who America. We can stop it if we provide and at the end but not in the middle, caused the wreck and where the blame the assurance that we are going to ad- and we are in the middle right now. lies. There will be plenty of time to do dress the problem in a sensible way to Senator KYL and I have been giving that. But today we should fix the prob- restore the confidence in the market Senator DOMENICI credit for an idea he lem. Next week or the next week we and the confidence of the American had about how to explain what we are should fix the blame. people. If we do not do this, then the about in trying to deal with the finan- There is a lot of blame we need to warnings of these people from Arizona cial crisis. He uses the analogy of a talk about, apparently. The New York whom I quoted will surely come to wreck on a highway. Times reported yesterday—well, we pass. Small businesses will fail, fami- The Presiding Officer is a good know this, to begin with: The Federal lies will be hurt, and America will be Scotch Irishman from Virginia. He Government’s compassion got way out on a downturn that could be very dif- may have heard Roy Acuff’s song ahead of its common sense, going all ficult to stop at that point. ‘‘Wreck on the Highway,’’ which was a the way back to the 1970s, by encour- So I wish to thank my colleagues big song back in the 1940s and the 1950s aging some people to buy homes who who have worked on this problem in a and the 1960s. That is what we have couldn’t afford to pay for the homes. bipartisan way. They have spent a lot here. We have had someone who should Then clever financiers created exotic of time and effort. The time to point have known better empty a big pile of instruments, and these were based on blame fingers is over. We have proven cars—or bad mortgage loans, based on some of the loans that turned out not we can get together and work together the securities on these loans—right in to be so good, and some of these exotic as House and Senate Democrats and the middle of the interstate, and it instruments turned out to be worth Republicans and work with an adminis- slowed down all the economic traffic. less than the loans. Then, people who tration that is desperately trying to One lane might be your auto loan, the should have known better, who should work on the problem as well. We can other lane might be your mortgage have known what was going on in their get this done before the end of the loan, another lane might be a student own financial institutions or in their week. I urge my colleagues to continue loan, in another one might be the own companies, didn’t understand what their efforts so that we can do our job trucks carrying your paycheck, or an- was going on, or they misled people, or in representing the people of America other lane might be the money for your they turned a blind eye to it. We need who, after all, are counting on us to do farm credit loan, and you can’t get to find out about that.

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These questions set off a spi- try to solve the problem and then fix capable, with our great universities, ral of claims against insufficient insur- the blame next week. with our energy laboratories, with our ance, as in the case of AIG, and of in- The good news is that is the attitude great corporations, with our terrific sufficient capital in the case of banks. of Senator REID, the Democratic ma- workforce, and with our system of edu- So we end up with this massive wreck jority leader. That is the attitude of cation, of coming back—and we will in the middle of the highway, and all of Senator MCCONNELL, the Republican come back—and we will lead the world the vehicles carrying our auto loans, leader. As I hear the House speaking, in a great many areas. But we don’t our student loans, and our paychecks the Speaker of the House, a Democrat, want to cause unnecessary trouble for are stopped while we in Congress stand the Republican leader, they say we are ourselves by leaving a big wreck sit- around looking at the wreck instead of going to go back to work and see what ting in the middle of the economic trying to get somebody to get it off the we can do to fix this problem. We un- highway while standing around gawk- road. derstand it is a big problem. ing about it and arguing about whether So we will have to turn to the Sec- Well, the stock market yesterday to change the size of the exit ramp retary of the Treasury. We could went way down, 777 points. That used when we can have all those debates maybe find some other people to get it to be something that people could say: next week. Fix the problem this week; off the road as well. Senator DOMENICI, Oh, that is a few rich tycoons on Wall fix the blame next week. who first suggested that we think of Street, but we know better than that ‘‘Credit markets’’ is a short word, but this metaphor of the wreck on the today. It was already down, and more a big-sounding word. The Wall Street highway, and Senator KYL, who talked than 50 percent of Americans own Journal reported this morning people about it a little bit, pointed out that stocks. So as the Senator from Arizona are so cautious about their money that the citizens aren’t going to go get the said, that affects our pension funds, yields—the amount of money you make wreck off the highway. They are either and that affects our IRAs and retire- in the credit market—had sunk so far going to go call the sheriff or the ment accounts all across America. And that most investors will accept almost wrecker or somebody else to come get that affects our individual accounts— no return on their money as long as so that is real money. That is $1.2 tril- it. In Tennessee, we call the guy with they believe their money is safe. In lion yesterday. the salvage company who has a wreck- other words, bury it in a hole or put it We are talking about an economic re- er, and he comes to get it. In our case, covery plan that would have the au- under a mattress. You don’t make any I guess what we have to do is call the thority to spend up to $700 billion, but interest on it, but at least you think it Secretary of the Treasury. We have to our hope would be that it wouldn’t is safe. give him enough money, enough au- I think in a country such as ours, if spend very much in the end because we thority to be able to buy all the junk everybody puts their money under the are going to buy and sell assets. in the middle of the highway, get it off Now, the stock market—and this is mattress or invests it somewhere the road, and hope he is able to sell it good news—is back up some today, a where money is safe but produces al- for about what he paid for it—or at couple hundred points up. It was down most no return, what that will mean is least to minimize our losses. yesterday, it went 777 points down, and that many of the big boys and the big That is why it is wrong to call it a is back up a little bit today. The focus girls will be all right. A lot of the big $700 billion bailout, because he may is on the stock market, but where the corporations have a lot of cash. They need up to $700 billion to buy all of this focus ought to be is not on the stock don’t need to borrow very much stuff in the middle of the highway. But market, but on the credit market. money. What it will mean, though, is he is going to buy it, and then he is Some things we take for granted: that they will not be expanding. If they are going to sell it. We put in some tax- the Sun will come up, that our breath- a restaurant company, they will not be payer protections to try to make sure ing will be automatic, and that we will building new restaurants and hiring that we have clear oversight, and that be able to get an auto loan or a student more people. They may even close a people don’t get golden parachutes as a loan or a mortgage loan or farm credit few restaurants. But the small business result of this, and that the Congress is loan, or that when we take our pay- owners, the State and local govern- involved, and that there is a board of check in and give it to the bank, that ments that represent taxpayers, as we directors to whom the Secretary must represents money. But what if that do, the one Senator KYL of Arizona report—all of these are taxpayer pro- didn’t happen? That is what we are talked about, they are going to be tections. We want to make sure this talking about. hurt. Secretary, whose job it is to get every- In the case of offshore drilling, we The State of Tennessee is in the same thing out of the middle of the road, had to wait until the price of gasoline shape as the State of Arizona. The keeps us informed about what is hap- got up to $4 before we could get rid of State of Tennessee has a triple A bond pening. We don’t want to be guilty of the ban on offshore drilling so we could rating and very little debt. But it has having turned our backs and not pay- produce more American energy. That to go on the market every now and ing attention to dealing with tax- was legitimate debate here in the Sen- then to borrow some money. Its short- payers’ money on this. ate. I hope we don’t have to wait for term borrowing was twice as much last I think the conclusion we have to dozens and dozens of banks to fail, for week. It cost twice as much as it did come to by the end of the week is that payroll checks to bounce, and for auto the week before. That cost is passed di- we are not just going to sit around and loans to dry up before the Congress de- rectly on to the taxpayers of the State look at the wreck. We are going to get cides we need to act. of Tennessee. it off the road. We are going to get it What we are trying to do is prevent a Half our college students in America off the highway. We have to find the more serious problem by taking a have a Federal grant or a loan to help right way to do it. I believe most of the measured response, which will cost the pay for college. I used to be president American people will understand that, taxpayers the least amount of money of the University of Tennessee. I know agree with that, and be glad we did it. and clear up the economic traffic so we how important that is. Most of my calls are like most of the can start moving again, and so housing We made some unwise decisions in other telephone calls that are coming can gradually begin to come back. Congress earlier this year, in my opin- in. People don’t like this. They are When housing gradually begins to come ion, that limits the amount of student angry about it. If you have a wreck, back, the economy will begin to come loans that are available to students. you are mad about that as well. Some- back. But if banks are not lending to each

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Today, tomorrow, and the rest of going to be any money for student it’s hitting home on Main Street. this week, we need to continue our dis- loans. And lots of people of all ages are This is a Main Street problem. I cussion of the Paulson plan, which has going to have a harder time going to know we have been getting a lot of been significantly amended by the con- college. Or if there is money, they are telephone calls saying don’t do this, gressional negotiators over the last going to have to pay a much higher in- but a lot of my telephone calls are week to protect the taxpayers. Then we terest rate because there is a shortage changing. We are elected to come here need to act on it before the end of the of money to lend. We know how that and understand the problem and act be- week. The majority leader has very works. If there is a small supply, the fore there is a crisis, not after there is wisely given Members of the Senate— price goes up. If there is a small supply a crisis. many of whom are here and some have of money for credit, then your student When I was Governor of Tennessee in gone back to their States these extra loan is going to cost more. If you go to the 1980s, because of some problems days to read the legislation, to con- the University of Tennessee, Virginia, with east Tennessee banks that rep- sider it, to come to the floor, to debate Notre Dame—wherever you go—you are resented illegal activity, we had about the legislation, and to make up our going to pay a lot more and you are 40–50 bank failures, one after another. I minds whether we like this Paulson paying a lot today. don’t want to go through that again be- plan, as significantly amended to pro- I was at the Volkswagen head- cause what that does is cause the tect the taxpayers. quarters’ opening in Virginia two stockholders to lose all their money. I am going to vote for it, even if the weeks ago. The head of Volkswagen You say: Well, the FDIC comes in and stock market continues to go up today Credit told me Volkswagen—which is buys the assets, straightens it out, and and tomorrow, which I hope it does. I the largest European car maker and is banks pay for it through their insur- do not want to see a credit freeze come. ance program. They do, and they have also opening a new car plant in Chat- I want to get the wreck off the high- done it in the last couple weeks a cou- tanooga, which we are very excited way. I want to get the vehicles car- ple or three times, but it completely about—goes to the market every rying the auto loans, and the mortgage tears up the community when the bank month to get about $300 million. Where loans, and the farm credit loans, and fails. It disrupts relationships. It do they get that money? They get that the money for payroll checks, moving means individuals and small businesses probably from people who put money again. We can get that moving again. that have depended on loans have a into banks, into money markets. It is It is a small step we will have to take. harder time getting them. It means our money, upon which they pay some there are individual bankruptcies as a Then we will have the time to have ag- interest. What do they do? They turn result of it. gressive supervision of the Secretary of around and loan it to you and me so we If we had 50 bank failures in Ten- Treasury, who will then have all the can buy a Volkswagen. nessee, as we did 20 years ago, that authority he needs to get the wreck off I said something about this a week would be a thousand across this coun- the highway and get things moving. ago, and some people thought I meant try. We don’t want to go through that. And we can set about making sure we the Volkswagen plant in Tennessee We don’t want to have banks, insur- create a proper regulatory system for wasn’t going to be built. They are ance companies, individuals, small the kind of world in which we live. going to build the Tennessee Volks- businesses, auto dealerships close. An I am greatly encouraged by the tone wagen plant. In our State, about a auto dealership in Tennessee, one of and the words and the actions of the third of our manufacturing jobs are the largest in the country, closed the Democratic leader and the Republican auto-related jobs. We have a big Nissan other day. It was one of 13 dealerships leader in the Senate. I look forward to plant, we have a big General Motors for this particular Chevrolet company. working with them over the next three plant, and we have 4,000 Toyota jobs The company had some other problems, days. We intend to finish our job before and suppliers. So if the big credit com- but one reason it closed was because it we go home this week. We intend to get panies for automobile manufacturers could not get credit for its floor plan that wreck off the highway so the eco- cannot easily get money or have to pay for its ability to finance its cars, and it nomic traffic can start flowing again. a lot for the money they get, what do is out of business, all 13 of those loca- I yield the floor, and I suggest the ab- you suppose happens to us? When we go tions, and 7,200 employees in those 13 sence of a quorum. to get a car loan, either we can’t get it locations are out of a job. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- or the price of it is too high and we Senator REID, Senator MCCONNELL, pore. The clerk will call the roll. don’t buy the car. If we don’t buy the Senator DOMENICI, Senator KYL, and I The legislative clerk proceeded to car, then Volkswagen in Chattanooga wish to say to the American people and call the roll. or Nissan in Smyrna or General Mo- the American markets and the world Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. President, I tors, the Saturn plant, in Spring Hill, markets that we intend to do our job in ask unanimous consent that the order or the Toyota suppliers that are all the Congress. We are not going to sit for the quorum call be rescinded. over the State, they don’t make as around and look at the wreck and The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- many cars, they don’t build as many argue about who is to blame. We can do pore. Without objection, it is so or- supplies, and they don’t have as many that next week and the next week and dered. jobs. That is what happens when the the next week, and we should do that. Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. President, I credit squeeze comes. We obviously need different kinds of would like to add to my remarks, brief- Those are some of the personal exam- regulations. No one seems to have un- ly, these opinions and these examples ples that are happening in Tennessee. derstood what these exotic instruments about the credit crunch. We can see them all over the country. based on mortgages were, or how they In the Washington Post this morning On PBS’s ‘‘Nightly Business Report,’’ were sold, or whether they are properly there is an article by Michael A. September 26, which was Friday, valued. We need to figure that out. We Fletcher and V. Dion Haynes, in which Darren Gersh, Washington bureau need to deal with that. Maybe the Se- they say the following: chief, reported: curities and Exchange Commission, the Meanwhile, tightening credit has made it You know, Susie, we just heard a lot from Federal Reserve, and other agencies harder and more expensive for many small Washington, but I want to tell you some- need to do more. businesses to borrow money, a process that thing I heard from Ohio today. When I was These rules and regulations we have many analysts say could accelerate with the there for the primaries, I met a machinist today are primarily a result of the ca- turmoil on Wall Street.

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While fail, the Federal Reserve and other central the bank would once give him construction banks are forced to inject an additional $300 I know everybody is concerned about loans for 80 percent of a property’s appraised billion into the global banking system, the this relative to our efforts to provide value, it now will pony up only 75 percent. Dow Jones industrial average plunges 778 for the economy and free up the credit That might seem like small change, but points, and investors everywhere rush to the markets and make sure Main Street Smith said it has shaken up his entire busi- safety of gold and short-term Treasury bills. continues to function and jobs are cre- ness. The basic problem here is that too many ated and economic activity is pursued. people don’t understand the seriousness of Because he cannot afford to put out the Obviously, the House vote on Monday extra cash, he said, he has laid off four of his the situation. Americans fail to understand that they are was disappointing, to be kind, and it six workers. Meanwhile, because of the facing the real prospect of a decade of little had an immediate effect on America, slowdown in the housing market, he’s been or no economic growth because of the burst- unable to sell three houses he has ren- with $1.2 trillion in wealth taken out of ing of a credit bubble that they helped create ovated.... the American system almost in- and that now threatens to bring down the stantly—a 770-point drop in value in Laura Richards said sales are down 10 per- global financial system. cent at her two California Tortilla res- Politicians worry less about preventing a the exchange. Those dollars are real. taurants in Bowie and Annapolis.... financial meltdown than about ideology, par- That is pension fund value. Most people That is in Maryland. tisan posturing and teaching people a lesson. who work have pension funds. It is She said she’s trying to attract customers Financiers have yet to own up publicly to IRAs and 401(k)s all losing value very with promotions. their own greed, arrogance and incom- quickly. People who are right on the petence. And leaders of foreign governments Worse still, with banks tightening credit, cusp of retiring are especially impacted still think that this is an American problem she’s been forced to put off expansion plans. and that they have no need to mount similar by that. Today, it is up a little bit, ‘‘Any plans of opening new restaurants are rescue efforts in their countries. which is good. I am glad calmer heads on the back burner until we see what’s going In the coming weeks and months, all of have prevailed in the markets and that on on Wall Street,’’ she said. ‘‘Originally, I these people will come to understand how fear is not driving the markets today. said that five locations was a goal. Now I’m deep the hole really is and how we’re all in That is good. But the problem that trying to manage my down side. It will take it together. two or three years to get back to where I was drove that hasn’t gone away. They’ll come to understand that the giant The problem that created that a year ago.’’ sucking sound they hear is of a massive Although some corporations are sitting on deleveraging of the global economy and the event—and that is that the credit mar- large sums of cash—and those with top bond global financial system as households, gov- kets, not the equity markets—and this ratings are enjoying favorable access to ernments, businesses and investment funds is important for people to understand; credit markets—others are paying much adjust to living in a world with less debt and the stock market is different from the more for short-term loans, if they can get more inflation. credit market—the credit markets are them at all. And they will come around, reluctantly to moving toward the point of freezing up. the understanding that the only way to get And on the front page in, the main What does that mean? That means the article in the Washington Post busi- out of these situations is to have govern- ments all around the world borrow gobs of local employer who maybe has to fi- ness section, Tuesday, September 30, money and effectively nationalize large nance his or her payroll, the small res- Heather Landy and Renae Merle write: swaths of the financial system so it can be taurant or the small seasonal business Underlying the panic is a seizing-up of the restructured, recapitalized, reformed and re- that one week doesn’t make enough to credit markets that provide companies with turned to private ownership once the crisis cover that payroll but the next week financing for expenses such as payroll and has passed and the economy has gotten back makes more than the payroll, in the on its feet. inventory. Analysts said banks are lending week they have to borrow the money less as they try to conserve cash for their In the next few weeks, the center of atten- own balance sheets, while nervous investors tion here in the United States will shift from to make the payroll from the bank, are forcing companies to pay higher interest the Congress and an exhausted Treasury to they are not going to be able to do it or rates to borrow in the debt markets. the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp., which it will be less than what the total pay- will now have to rescue any number of fail- roll is. The person who buys inven- The article quotes someone as say- ing banks, either by taking them over di- ing: tory—a restaurant has to buy food, a rectly or managing their transfer into small business has to buy materials, a The credit markets are kind of like the oil stronger hands. It will also shift back to the for an engine that allows companies to buy Federal Reserve and other central banks, store has to buy its inventory and the something and finance it. And if they don’t which will have to step up their efforts to things it puts on its shelves. That is all have the ability to finance that at a reason- maintain liquidity in money markets and done through credit on Main Street. able cost, then all of the sudden their profit prevent the credit crunch from taking down That credit won’t be available. The margins are going to get squeezed and hedge funds businesses, and state and local family who sends their child to col- they’re perhaps not going to be able to hold governments. lege—that is an event that energizes a as much inventory, and this is happening These will, alas, be only holding actions. debt and creates credit. The family around the globe. Restoring real stability to financial markets will require the kind of systemic approach who uses a credit card—that again en- The article continues quoting: and extraordinary government interventions ergizes a debt and creates credit. All You need to be able to have credit, and it that the public has refused to authorize and these Main Street activities are freez- needs to be at a reasonable price for the finance. In better times the public might ing up. economy to function. have put aside its reluctance in response to What does that lead to? It leads to a Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- the strong and unified recommendation of loss of jobs, a loss of economic activity, sent to have this article printed in the political and business leaders. But it is a the loss of savings, the loss of the basic measure of how little trust remains in both RECORD. Washington and Wall Street that voters are character of America to be a place of There being no objection, the mate- willing to risk a serious hit to their wealth commerce and economic well-being. rial was ordered to be printed in the and income rather than follow their lead. Unfortunately, whether we like it or RECORD, as follows: Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. President, I not, we are on the cusp of that event, [From the Washington Post, Sept. 30, 2008] suggest the absence of a quorum. and it is severe and it is serious and it THEY JUST DON’T GET IT The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. is real. (By Steven Pearlstein) SALAZAR). The clerk will call the roll. So what did we suggest as a proposal? Well, the Treasury came to us and said Oy vey. The legislative clerk proceeded to That is the technical economic term that call the roll. the way to free up these markets, the best sums up a day in which the House of Mr. GREGG. Mr. President, I ask way to get credit moving again—or Representatives refuses to pass a $700 billion unanimous consent that the order for part of the way to get credit moving rescue plan pushed by the White House and the quorum call be rescinded. again—is to buy off the books of a

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We are putting a tourniquet alternatively, or in combination, the paid for them, but we are certainly on the economy to stabilize it so it can mortgage reset because it was a going to resell them for a value which stand back up on its own two feet and subprime mortgage and the payer of is considerable. That is what we are get going again. the mortgage can’t afford to pay the doing here. If we don’t go forward, there are mortgage anymore because interest We need to act. This is not a theo- going to be severe events, and most of rates went up so much on it. Those retical or a virtual event. The market the burden of the severe events is going nonperforming loans are sitting on the showed us yesterday just how worried to be borne by Main Street. Ordinary books of a lot of lending institutions, people are and how important it is that Americans are going to bear the bur- and there is no way to value them be- we proceed. So what should we do now, den. They are going to be the ones cause the value of those underlying as- now that the House has acted in this whose jobs are affected because pay- sets has dropped so much. The prac- way and basically suspended the effort rolls can’t be made, and so they will tical effect of that is those institutions here? Well, we need to return to the lose their jobs. They are going to be can’t lend against those assets. issue. We need to, in a conscientious the ones who can’t borrow money to So what we were going to do was to and constructive way, get this matter buy a car, who can’t borrow money to step in and buy those assets, those non- back up and get it moving in the right buy a house or borrow money to send performing loans, so that those lending direction. their kids to school. It is their hos- institutions could start to lend against I hope the Senate will act. I think we pitals that are not going to be able to real assets—valued assets—and thus should act. We are obviously here at roll over their revenue bonds. It is create credit. Then we were going to the Jewish holiday, so we are unable to their industrial parks, where their jobs take those assets which we purchased take action today and maybe not until are located, that won’t be able to roll and we were going to hold them while late tomorrow night because of that over their bonds to do the improve- the market started to settle down and recognition and because we want to be ments that create the entities that ex- the economy, hopefully, would im- appreciative of those sacred days. But pand the economy. Those are all the prove, and then we would resell them the fact is, we need to act soon. things that are going to be impacted into the market and we would get This is not a situation which is going here—on Main Street America. money back to the taxpayer. to get any better with time. It is going So I think our responsibility as a So even though $700 billion is the to get significantly worse, and at some government is to take action. But in number we hear—and it has been, in point it is like the snowball rolling this instance, people have been mis- the most inappropriate way, hyper- down the hill: It is going to get going representing what is happening. They bolized and demagogued, that we are so fast that our ability to stop the have been hyperbolizing, and there has taking $700 billion and throwing it at damage that is going to be caused is been a lot of theater in the market- Wall Street, and that is not what is going to be dramatically lessened. place by some people who basically are happening. We are taking $700 billion Is this proposal we came forward being irresponsible and demagogic, in and with that taxpayer money we are with perfect? No, but it has a lot of my opinion, about what we were doing, buying assets which the taxpayer will safeguards in it. Taxpayers were safe- and so the general public has been mis- own, and then later on we are going to guarded. This was all added on through informed and really grossly mis- sell those assets. We may sell them for the negotiation—at which negotiation, informed. Of course, they naturally what we paid for them, we may sell by the way, were representatives of all mistrust the Government, and they them for less than we paid for them, or the players: the House Members, House probably should. We should all be a lit- we may actually sell them for more Republicans and Democrats; the Sen- tle suspicious of the Government, to than we paid for them—in fact, a lot of ate Members, Senate Democrats and say the least. But as a very practical people think we will. So the cost to the Republicans; and Treasury. We put in matter, in this instance, there has been taxpayer is not going to be great, and very strict, very aggressive taxpayer a tremendous amount of misinforma- it is not going to be anywhere near $700 protection. For example, all the dollars tion, especially about the immediate billion. There is a chance—an outside which we get from selling these assets impact this will have on people on chance—the taxpayer may make some are going to go to reduce the debt. We Main Street if we don’t act. money. That is not our goal, but that limit executive compensation so people So we have this situation, and I is an opportunity that lies here. cannot take advantage of the situa- think what we need to do is to step Let me describe it this way, to put it tion. We limit golden parachutes. We back, calm these waters, and act in a in simpler terms and more vivid terms, put in place language which says that responsible way and move forward in a hopefully. If you had an eight-lane if we get these assets and they are way that allows us to take this oppor- highway in your town or in your city— mortgages of people who are in their tunity to try to settle out the markets, most people don’t, but let’s say there home, we want to try to keep them in free up the markets, get credit flowing was one—and you had a crash on that their home, and so we will try to reori- again, and hopefully relieve some of highway that blocked the entire high- ent that mortgage so they can afford the pressure every American is going way, and backed up behind that crash it. We have aggressive oversight, which to be facing from what is a very severe might be trucks carrying the payrolls is extremely important. So we have economic situation. for people who are working, carrying done a series of moves to make this I hope we will vote soon. I would like the money that made the hospital work better and work to the benefit of the Senate to vote as soon as we can— work, carrying the money to make the the American taxpayers and the people and not in any way impinge on the school system work, carrying the who live in their homes. Jewish holiday—because I believe we money that let the garbage get picked But it is critical that we do it. Now, need to do that. We need to pass this up, carrying the money that allowed does it solve the problem? No, it legislation because the consequences of the kids to go to college, all those doesn’t solve the problem completely not passing it are so extraordinary and trucks carrying that money are backed or even totally in any way. But here is will be so detrimental to our country up behind this accident and they can’t what it does do. Think of it is as a per- and to our people that it would be to- get to the places they need to get to. son who has received a severe wound, tally irresponsible of us to not take So what we want to do as a government and I mean a life-threatening wound. this action.

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Firstly, we need to recognize that we ment in which we can have a commit- Mr. WEBB. I ask unanimous consent have, in this legislation, taken into ment by the Congress that regulatory to speak as in morning business. consideration the idea that we are structures will be put in place in order The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without going to transfer a massive amount of to properly protect our economy. objection, it is so ordered. power to the executive branch of this Another area where you see the aban- Mr. WEBB. Mr. President, I would Government. This, at a time when the donment of regulatory structure, to like to add my voice to a number of executive branch, over the past 8 years, the detriment of our economy, is in the other people who have spoken today has accumulated more power, than per- commodities market. We had debates about this economic bailout situation haps at any time in our history, as a during the consideration of the Energy and, perhaps from a bit different per- result of 9/11, the war powers, and re- bill in August where many Senators spective, suggest that people need to garding the privacy of individuals, et came to the floor speaking relative to calm down a little, that all of us are cetera. what happened when we took regula- arguing responsibly with different ap- We are not only transferring that tion out of the oil futures market. A proaches, but serious approaches, to power to the executive branch, we are barrel of oil cost $24 in 2002, when this try to resolve the issue. giving the authority to one person, the Congress voted to go to war in Iraq. There is a lot of commentary out Secretary of Treasury, who, as Senator Since then the price has gone all the there today alleging that people in the FEINSTEIN had pointed out, may have a way up to $147. When you see the fluc- Congress, a lot of people in the Con- conflict of interest. This is an indi- tuation in the oil markets that has at- gress are simply playing politics with vidual who has made hundreds of mil- tended this crisis, you see this is not this volatile issue. There is com- lions of dollars working on Wall Street. an old-style commodities market, mentary about how the average Amer- I respect his confidence and I respect where people who are using the product ican does not understand the problem his career. are the ones who were purchasing the and, as a result, has objected to the ap- But at the same time, as a matter of futures. This is now a speculative mar- proach that has been taken. There are policy, is this the best place or best ket. Just like a regular stock market, accusations that the Congress is not way for us to transfer the money that commodities should have a similar reg- doing its job because of the approach would be invested in order to save our ulatory structure. that was taken in the vote in the House economy? In the past, when these situ- We need, and I have pointed out, yesterday. ations have arisen, money has been along with other Members of this body, I would suggest there are a lot of peo- transferred to entities such as the the need to provide clear caps on exec- ple who are not playing politics, who RTC. There were proposals brought for- utive compensation. The bill that was do understand the problem, who are ward, noting perhaps the necessity for voted on yesterday has significant im- doing their job, and yet, who still have a board of people, honest brokers, wise provements over the Paulson bill which grave concerns about the approach men and women who would make these was totally lacking in this area. It that has been taken with this proposed determinations rather than simply one could be tightened further. I would re- solution. individual. count a conversation I had with an in- Let’s take a minute and review what I know in this process we have left dividual who had a long respected ca- has been going on. Only 11 days ago, oversight to individual discretion, but reer on Wall Street, is one of the most Secretary Paulson, on behalf of the perhaps we ought to think about a brilliant Wall Street analysts, and now Bush administration, came forward panel of three or some other form retired. When I called—I was calling with a proposal, a three-page proposal, where we can reassure ourselves that around to as many people from dif- saying the Congress needed, within a there would not be a conflict of inter- ferent professional environments as I couple days, to give him $700 billion or est on the other side. could to try and understand this crisis. the authority to invest $700 billion, A number of us in this body and the This is someone who made good with very little supervision or over- other body have said, we need to pro- money on Wall Street and is very well sight, in a very dramatic transfer of ceed forward with an appropriate regu- respected. I asked him about the issue power to one individual. latory structure. There is language in of executive compensation. His com- Then we started having this great the bill that was voted on yesterday ment to me was, ‘‘The people who per- discussion in the media and on the that had a commitment to move for- petrated this situation ought to be floor about us not acting quickly. Let ward, to looking at the problem but no punished.’’ me, first, say I was one of the first specificity from the Congress saying we That was his word, ‘‘punished.’’ I do Members of this body to speak on this need to fix the problem, or that we not believe specifically in punishing floor on September 22, on that Monday, need to reinstate regulations. them, but I certainly believe strongly, questioning publicly the approach that There was an article in the Wall as do most Americans, that the people had been suggested in this Bush- Street Journal today written by Rob- who have gotten us into this situation Paulson proposal to address our crisis. ert Morgenthau, the Manhattan dis- should not be unjustly enriched as we Also, last Friday, was joined by eight trict attorney. In this article he points fix it. other Members of the Senate, urging out: Finally, we need to give the Amer- that any bipartisan compromise ad- There is $1.9 trillion, almost all of it run ican taxpayer a clear up side in this dressing this crisis contain several im- out of the New York metropolitan area, that process, as the securities and assets are portant principles. I would say, with sits in the Cayman Islands, a secrecy juris- bought and sold by whichever entity diction. Another $1.5 trillion is lodged in four due respect to the Senator from New other secrecy jurisdictions. ends up doing that. An ‘‘up side’’ in the Hampshire and others, that there has sense of returning money back to the And Morgenthau adds: been tremendous effort over this week Treasury and, an up side in the sense to try to take a three-page proposal Any significant infusion to the financial that our legislation should do some- system must carry assurances that it will and make it into a piece of legislation not add to the pool of money beyond the thing that directly helps the people we can all live with and that addresses safety net and supervisory authority of the who are at the bottom in this crisis, the problems. They all have my appre- United States. Moreover, the trillions of dol- the people who want to stay in their ciation and my admiration for that ef- lars currently offshore and invested in funds homes.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.000 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD September 30, 2008 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 23405 Again, there has been movement in flights to send veterans on all-expenses paid Resolved, That the Senate designates Sep- that direction in the last week, but trips to Washington, District of Columbia; tember 2008 as ‘‘National Youth Court this area is where better assurances, Whereas the Honor Flights, as those trips Month’’. are called, are staffed by volunteers and clearer assurances could bring more f funded by donations; people over to the side of passing this Whereas former Senator Bob Dole, himself NATIONAL CYBER SECURITY legislation. We want a solution. We all a wounded veteran of World War II, led the AWARENESS MONTH recognize there is a problem. My reac- fundraising campaign to build the Memorial tion, quite frankly, to the situation and often greets veterans arriving at the Me- The resolution (S. Res. 697) sup- from yesterday, is that it brings me morial through the Honor Flight Network; porting the goals and ideals of National back to a saying from when I was in Whereas, of the 16,000,000 veterans who Cyber Security Awareness Month, was the Marine Corps that sometimes you served in World War II, an estimated 2,500,000 agreed to. have an opportunity that is masking are alive today, and those veterans are dying The preamble was agreed to. at a rate of more than 900 a day; and itself as a disaster. The resolution, with its preamble, Whereas the Honor Flight Network is reads as follows: Perhaps we can tighten this proposal, working against time to thank the Nation’s get the right kind of formula—it will World War II veterans for their service: Now, S. RES. 697 not take a great deal of change—and therefore, be it Whereas the use of the Internet in the bring the Congress to supporting provi- Resolved, That the Senate expresses deep- United States, to communicate, conduct sions and move into the future with a est appreciation to the Honor Flight Net- business, or generate commerce that benefits strengthened economy, a better regu- work and the Network’s volunteers and do- the overall United States economy, is ubiq- latory process, and an environment nors for honoring the Nation’s World War II uitous; veterans with an opportunity to visit the Whereas more than 216,000,000 people use that truly takes care of the interests of World War II Memorial in Washington, Dis- the Internet in the United States, 70 percent the taxpayers who are going to have to trict of Columbia. of whom connect through broadband connec- foot the bill. tions, to communicate with family and f f friends, manage finances and pay bills, ac- NATIONAL YOUTH COURT MONTH cess educational opportunities, shop at UNANIMOUS CONSENT AGREE- home, participate in online entertainment MENT—SENATE RESOLUTIONS The resolution (S. Res. 696) desig- and games, and stay informed of news and Mr. WEBB. Mr. President, I ask nating September 2008 as ‘‘National current events; Whereas the nearly 27,000,000 United States unanimous consent that the Senate Youth Court Month,’’ was agreed to. The preamble was agreed to. small businesses, which represent more than now proceed to the en bloc consider- 99 percent of all United States employers and ation of the following Senate resolu- The resolution, with its preamble, reads as follows: employ more than 50 percent of the private tions which were submitted earlier workforce, increasingly rely on the Internet today: S. Res. 695, S. Res. 696, S. Res. S. RES. 696 to manage their businesses, expand their 697, S. Res. 698, S. Res. 699, and S. Res. Whereas a strong country begins with customer reach, and enhance the manage- 700. strong communities in which all citizens ment of their supply chain; I ask unanimous consent that the play an active role and invest in the success Whereas nearly 100 percent of public and future of the youth of the United States; schools in the United States have Internet resolutions be agreed to, the preambles Whereas the seventh National Youth Court access to enhance children’s education, with be agreed to, and the motions to recon- Month celebrates the outstanding achieve- a significant percentage of instructional sider be laid upon the table en bloc. ment of youth courts throughout the coun- rooms connected to the Internet to enhance The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without try; children’s education by providing access to objection, it is so ordered. Whereas 1,255 youth court programs in 49 educational online content and encouraging There being no objection, the Senate States and the District of Columbia provide self-initiative to discover research resources; proceeded to consider the resolutions restorative justice for juvenile offenders, re- Whereas almost 9 in 10 teenagers between en bloc. sulting in effective crime prevention, early the ages of 12 and 17, or approximately 87 intervention, and education for all youth percent of that age group, use the Internet; f participants, as well as enhanced public safe- Whereas the number of children who con- HONOR FLIGHT NETWORK ty throughout the United States; nect to the Internet at school continues to Whereas, by holding juvenile offenders ac- rise, and teaching children of all ages to be- The resolution (S. Res. 695) com- countable, reconciling victims, communities, come good cyber-citizens through safe, se- mending the Honor Flight Network, juvenile offenders, and their families, and re- cure, and ethical online behaviors and prac- was agreed to. ducing caseloads for the juvenile justice sys- tices is essential to protect their computer The preamble was agreed to. tem, youth courts address offenses that systems and potentially their physical safe- The resolution, with its preamble, might otherwise go unaddressed until the of- ty; reads as follows: fending behavior escalates and redirect the Whereas the growth and popularity of so- efforts of juvenile offenders toward becoming cial networking websites has attracted mil- S. RES. 695 contributing members of their communities; lions of teenagers, providing access to a Whereas, in 2004, nearly 60 years after Whereas Federal, State, and local govern- range of valuable services, making it all the World War II ended, veterans of that war and ments, corporations, foundations, service or- more important to teach teenaged users how all those who supported the war effort at ganizations, educational institutions, juve- to avoid potential threats like cyber bullies, home received recognition for their service, nile justice agencies, and individual adults predators, and identity thieves they may sacrifice, and victory by the dedication of support youth courts because youth court come across while using such services; the national World War II Memorial located programs actively promote and contribute to Whereas cyber security is a critical part of on the National Mall in Washington, District building successful, productive lives and fu- the United States overall homeland security; of Columbia; tures for the youth of the United States; Whereas the United States critical infra- Whereas many veterans of World War II Whereas a fundamental correlation exists structures and economy rely on the secure who fought with courage and valor for the between youth service and lifelong adult and reliable operation of information net- United States are now in their 80s and 90s, commitment to, and involvement in, one’s works to support the United States financial and have not had the opportunity, or the community; services, energy, telecommunications, trans- ability because of physical or financial limi- Whereas volunteer service and related portation, health care, and emergency re- tations, to visit the Nation’s capital to see service learning opportunities enable young sponse systems; the World War II Memorial for themselves; people to build character and develop and en- Whereas cyber attacks have been at- Whereas Jeff Miller of North Carolina and hance life-skills, such as responsibility, deci- tempted against the United States and the Earl Morse of Ohio created the Honor Flight sion-making, time management, teamwork, economy of the United States, and the mis- Network to enable World War II veterans to public speaking, and leadership, which pro- sion of the Department of Homeland Secu- travel to the Memorial; spective employers will value; and rity includes securing the homeland against Whereas the Honor Flight Network, now Whereas participating in youth court pro- cyber terrorism and other attacks; operating in communities in more than 30 grams encourages youth court members to Whereas Internet users and information in- States, is a grassroots, nonprofit organiza- become valuable members of their commu- frastructure owners and operators face an in- tion that uses commercial and chartered nities: Now, therefore, be it creasing threat of malicious crime and fraud

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.000 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 23406 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 September 30, 2008 attacks through viruses, worms, Trojans, Whereas approximately 3,000,000 women in timated $862,000,000 in direct property dam- and unwanted programs such as spyware, the United States are living with breast can- age per year; adware, hacking tools, and password steal- cer, about 2,300,000 have been diagnosed with Whereas working smoke alarms cut the ers, that are frequent and fast in propaga- the disease, and an estimated 1,000,000 do not risk of dying in reported home structure tion, are costly to repair, and may disable yet know they have the disease; fires in half; entire systems; Whereas African-American women suffer a Whereas 65 percent of reported home fire Whereas coordination between the numer- 36 percent greater mortality rate from breast deaths in 2000 through 2004 resulted from ous Federal agencies involved in cyber secu- cancer than White women and more than a fires in homes with no smoke alarms or no rity efforts, including the Department of 100 percent greater mortality rate from working smoke alarms; Homeland Security, the National Institute of breast cancer than women from Hispanic, Whereas Fire Prevention Week is the long- Standards and Technology, and the National Asian, and American Indian populations; est running public health and safety observ- Science Foundation, is essential to securing Whereas the risk of breast cancer increases ance on record; the cyber infrastructure of the United with age, with a woman at age 70 having Whereas we have honored firefighters for States; twice as much of a chance of developing the educating the American public since Presi- Whereas millions of records containing disease as a woman at age 50; dent Harding declared the first Fire Preven- personally identifiable information have Whereas at least 90 percent of the women tion Week in 1922; been lost, stolen, or breached, threatening who get breast cancer have no family history Whereas the National Fire Protection As- the security and financial well-being of of the disease; sociation has designated the week of October United States citizens; Whereas mammograms, when operated 5-11, 2008, as Fire Prevention Week; and Whereas consumers face significant finan- professionally at a certified facility, can pro- Whereas educating Americans on methods cial and personal privacy losses due to per- vide safe screening and early detection of to prevent home fires continues to be a pri- sonally identifiable information being more breast cancer in many women; ority for all firefighters: Now, therefore, be exposed to theft and fraud than ever before; Whereas mammography is an excellent it Whereas national organizations, policy- method for early detection of localized Resolved, That the Senate— makers, government agencies, private sector breast cancer, which has a 5-year survival (1) supports the work of firefighters to edu- companies, nonprofit institutions, schools, rate of 98 percent; cate and protect the Nation’s communities; academic organizations, consumers, and the Whereas the National Cancer Institute and and media recognize the need to increase aware- the American Cancer Society continue to (2) supports the goals and ideals of Fire ness of computer security and the need for recommend periodic mammograms; and Prevention Week, October 5-11, 2008, as des- enhanced computer security in the United Whereas the National Breast Cancer Coali- ignated by the National Fire Protection As- States; tion recommends that each woman and her sociation. Whereas the National Strategy to Secure health care provider make an individual de- f Cyberspace, published in February 2003, rec- cision about mammography: Now, therefore, ommends a comprehensive national aware- be it CONGRATULATING MICHAEL ness program to empower all people in the Resolved, That the Senate— PHELPS AND THE U.S. OLYMPIC United States, including businesses, the gen- (1) designates October 17, 2008, as ‘‘Na- SWIMMING TEAM eral workforce, and the general population, tional Mammography Day’’; and to secure their own parts of cyberspace; and (2) encourages the people of the United The resolution, (S. Res. 700) con- Whereas the Department of Homeland Se- States to observe the day with appropriate gratulating Michael Phelps and the curity, in conjunction with the National programs and activities. members and coaches of the United Cyber Security Alliance and the Multi-State f States Olympic Swimming Team for Information Sharing and Analysis Center, their record-breaking performance at has designated October 2008 as the fifth an- FIRE PREVENTION WEEK nual National Cyber Security Awareness the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Month which serves to educate the people of The resolution (S. Res. 699) sup- Beijing, China, was agreed to. the United States about the importance of porting the goals and ideals of Fire The preamble was agreed to. computer security: Now, therefore, be it Prevention Week, was agreed to. The resolution, with its preamble, Resolved, That the Senate— The preamble was agreed to. reads as follows: (1) supports the goals and ideals of Na- The resolution, with its preamble, S. RES. 700 tional Cyber Security Awareness Month; reads as follows: (2) congratulates the National Cyber Secu- Whereas, on August 10, 2008, Michael S. RES. 699 rity Division of the Department of Homeland Phelps of Baltimore, Maryland, set a world- Security, the National Cyber Security Alli- Whereas firefighters have maintained their record time of 4:03.84 and won the gold medal ance, the Multi-State Information Sharing dedication to the health and safety of the in the men’s 400-meter individual medley and Analysis Center, and other organizations American public since the first American event, and Ryan Lochte of Daytona Beach, working to improve cyber security in the fire departments were organized in the colo- Florida, won the bronze medal in the same United States on the fifth anniversary of the nial era; event; National Cyber Security Month during Octo- Whereas more than 1,140,000 firefighters Whereas, on August 10, 2008, Katie Hoff of ber 2008; and protect the United States through their he- Towson, Maryland, won the bronze medal in (3) continues to work with Federal agen- roic service; the women’s 400-meter individual medley cies, national organizations, businesses, and Whereas approximately 1,600,000 fires are event; educational institutions to encourage the de- reported annually; Whereas, on August 10, 2008, Natalie velopment and implementation of voluntary Whereas 102 firefighters lost their lives in Coughlin of Vallejo, California, Lacey standards, practices, and technologies in the line of duty in 2007; Nymeyer of Tucson, Arizona, Kara Lynn order to enhance the state of computer secu- Whereas fire departments responded to Joyce of Ann Arbor, Michigan, and Dara rity in the United States. nearly 400,000 home fires in 2006; Torres of Los Angeles, California, set a f Whereas, in 2006, there were an estimated record time for athletes from the United 396,000 reported home structure fires result- States of 3:34.33 and won the silver medal in NATIONAL MAMMOGRAPHY DAY ing in 2,580 civilian deaths and 12,500 civilian the women’s 400-meter freestyle relay event; The resolution (S. Res. 698) desig- injuries, and $6,800,000,000 in direct damage Whereas, on August 10, 2008, Larsen Jensen nating October 17, 2008, as ‘‘National in the United States; of Bakersfield, California, set a record time Whereas home fires cause 80 percent of ci- for athletes from the United States of 3:42.78 Mammography Day,’’ was agreed to. vilian fire deaths and 76 percent of injuries; and won the bronze medal in the men’s 400- The preamble was agreed to. Whereas heating equipment and smoking meter freestyle event; The resolution, with its preamble, are the leading causes of civilian home fire Whereas, on August 11, 2008, Michael reads as follows: deaths; Phelps, Garrett Weber-Gale of Milwaukee, S. RES. 698 Whereas children under 5 and older adults Wisconsin, Cullen Jones of Irvington, New Whereas, according to the American Can- face the highest risk of home fire death, but Jersey, and Jason Lezak of Irvine, Cali- cer Society, in 2008, 182,460 women will be di- young adults face a higher risk of home fire fornia, set a world-record time of 3:08.24 and agnosed with invasive breast cancer and injury; won the gold medal in the men’s 400-meter 40,480 women will die from that disease; Whereas electrical distribution and light- freestyle relay event, with anchor Jason Whereas it is estimated that about 2,000,000 ing equipment were involved in an estimated Lezak coming from behind to edge the team women were diagnosed with breast cancer in 20,900 reported home fires in 2005; from France by 8⁄100 of a second in 1 of the the 1990s, and that in nearly 500,000 of those Whereas home fires in 2005 resulted in 500 most dramatic finishes in Olympic swim- cases the cancer resulted in death; civilian deaths and 1,100 injuries, with an es- ming history;

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.000 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD September 30, 2008 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 23407 Whereas, on August 11, 2008, Katie Hoff Mark Spitz for the most gold medals, 7, won diving, water polo, synchronized swimming, won the silver medal in the women’s 400- by an individual in a single Olympic Games; and open water swimming, honored Michael meter freestyle event; Whereas, on August 16, 2008, Margaret Phelps for his historic accomplishment of— Whereas, on August 11, 2008, Christine Mag- Hoelzer won the silver medal in the women’s (1) setting 7 world records and 1 Olympic nuson of Tinley Park, Illinois, won the silver 200-meter backstroke event; record; medal in the women’s 100-meter butterfly Whereas, on August 17, 2008, Brendan Han- (2) winning 8 gold medals, the most ever by event; sen of Havertown, Pennsylvania, Aaron an individual athlete in a single Olympic Whereas, on August 12, 2008, Michael Peirsol, Michael Phelps, and Jason Lezak set Games; and Phelps set a world-record time of 1:42.96 and a world-record time of 3:29.34 and won the (3) winning 14 gold medals over the course won the gold medal in the men’s 200-meter gold medal in the men’s 400-meter medley of his Olympic career, another record for an individual athlete at the Olympic Games; freestyle event, and Peter Vanderkaay of relay event; Whereas Michael Phelps’s Olympic per- Rochester, Michigan, won the bronze medal Whereas, on August 17, 2008, Dara Torres formance places him in the pantheon of the in the same event; set a record time for athletes from the greatest athletes of all time; and Whereas, on August 12, 2008, Natalie United States of 24.07 and won the silver Whereas the United States Olympic Swim- Coughlin set a record time for athletes from medal in the women’s 50-meter freestyle ming Team collectively won 31 medals, in- the United States of 58.96 and won the gold event; cluding 12 gold medals, 9 silver medals, and medal in the women’s 100-meter backstroke Whereas Dara Torres then teamed with 10 bronze medals: Now, therefore, be it event, and Margaret Hoelzer of Huntsville, Natalie Coughlin, Rebecca Soni, and Chris- Resolved, That the Senate — Alabama, won the bronze medal in the same tine Magnuson to set a record time for ath- (1) congratulates Michael Phelps, Natalie event; letes from the United States of 3:53.30 and Coughlin, Ryan Lochte, Dara Torres, Katie Whereas, on August 12, 2008, Aaron Peirsol won the silver medal in the women’s 400- Hoff, Jason Lezak, Aaron Peirsol, Rebecca of Irvine, California, set a world-record time meter medley relay event; Soni, and the other members of the United of 52.54 and won the gold medal in the men’s Whereas Caroline Burckle, Larsen Jensen, States Olympic Swimming Team for their 100-meter backstroke event, and Matt and Allison Schmitt each won 1 bronze record-breaking performances and commends Grevers of Lake Forest, Illinois, won the sil- medal; them for their dedication, courage, and ver medal in the same event; Whereas Matt Grevers, Kara Lynn Joyce, sportsmanship, and for the exemplary way in Whereas, on August 12, 2008, Rebecca Soni and Lacey Nymeyer each won 1 silver medal; which they represented the United States of of Plainsboro, New Jersey, won the silver Whereas Ricky Berens, Brendan Hansen, America while competing in Beijing, China; medal in the women’s 100-meter breaststroke Cullen Jones, and Garrett Weber-Gale each (2) congratulates and commends for their event; won 1 gold medal; devotion, professionalism, and tireless advo- Whereas, on August 13, 2008, Michael Whereas Margaret Hoelzer won 1 silver cacy on behalf of the team and the sport of Phelps set a world-record time of 1:52:03 and medal and 1 bronze medal; swimming generally— won the gold medal in the men’s 200-meter Whereas Christine Magnuson won 2 silver (A) National Team Head Coach Mark Schu- butterfly event, edging Laszlo Cseh of Hun- medals; bert; gary by the width of a fingernail; Whereas Peter Vanderkaay won 1 gold (B) Head Men’s Coach Eddie Reese; Whereas Michael Phelps then teamed with medal and 1 bronze medal; (C) Head Women’s Coach Jack Bauerle; Ricky Berens of Charlotte, North Carolina, Whereas Katie Hoff won 1 silver medal and (D) Assistant Coaches Bob Bowman, Gregg Ryan Lochte, and Peter Vanderkaay, to set a 2 bronze medals; Troy, Frank Busch, Teri McKeever, Paul world-record time of 6:58.56 and win the gold Whereas Jason Lezak won 2 gold medals Yetter, and Sean Hutchison; medal in the men’s 800-meter freestyle relay and 1 bronze medal; (E) Men’s and Women’s Open Water Head event, beating the team from Russia by more Whereas Aaron Peirsol won 2 gold medals Coaches John Dussliere and Bill Rose; than 5 seconds and winning the tenth and and 1 silver medal; (F) Open Water Chief of Mission Paul 11th gold medals of Michael Phelps’s career, Whereas Rebecca Soni won 1 gold medal Asmuth; and more than any other athlete in history; and 2 silver medals; (G) the staff of the United States Olympic Whereas, on August 13, 2008, Natalie Whereas Ryan Lochte won 2 gold medals Swimming Team; and Coughlin won the bronze medal in the wom- and 2 bronze medals; (3) requests the Secretary of the Senate to en’s 200-meter individual medley event; Whereas Dara Torres— transmit enrolled copies of this resolution Whereas, on August 13, 2008, Katie Hoff set (1) is the first swimmer from the United to— a record time for athletes from the United States to compete in 5 Olympic Games, rep- (A) the United States Olympic Swimming States of 1:55.78 and finished fourth in the resenting the United States in the Summer Team at the national headquarters of USA women’s 200-meter freestyle event; Olympic Games of 1984, 1988, 1992, 2000, and Swimming in Colorado Springs, Colorado; Whereas, on August 14, 2008, Allison 2008; and Schmitt of Canton, Michigan, Caroline (2) won 5 medals at the 2000 Summer Olym- (B) Michael Phelps and the North Balti- Burckle of Louisville, Kentucky, Natalie pic Games in Sydney, Australia, as the old- more Aquatic Club in Baltimore, Maryland, Coughlin, and Katie Hoff set a record time est member of the women’s swimming team in honor of Michael Phelps’s singular, his- for athletes from the United States of 7:46.33 at the age of 33; toric, and inspirational achievement. and won the bronze medal in the women’s (3) at the age of 41 is the oldest member of f 800-meter freestyle relay event; the women’s team by 15 years; Whereas, on August 14, 2008, Jason Lezak (4) won the silver medal in all 3 events in UNANIMOUS-CONSENT tied Cesar Cielo of Brazil for the bronze which she competed in the 2008 Summer AGREEMENT—HOUSE MEASURES medal in the men’s 100-meter freestyle event; Olympic Games; Mr. WEBB. I ask unanimous consent Whereas, on August 15, 2008, Michael (5) has won 12 Olympic medals, including 4 that the Senate proceed to the imme- Phelps set a world-record time of 1:54.23 and gold medals, 4 silver medals, and 4 bronze diate consideration of the following won the gold medal in the men’s 200-meter medals, over the course of her career; individual medley event, and Ryan Lochte (6) has won at least 1 medal in each of the items en bloc: H.R. 6847, H.R. 6874, H.R. won the bronze medal in the same event; 5 Olympic Games in which she has competed, 6681, H.R. 6338, H.R. 6229, H.R. 6199, H.R. Whereas, on August 15, 2008, Ryan Lochte making her 1 of only a handful of Olympians 3511, which are at the desk. set a world-record time of 1:53.94 and won the to earn medals in 5 different Olympic Games; I ask unanimous consent the bills be gold medal in the men’s 200-meter back- Whereas Natalie Coughlin won 1 gold read a third time and passed en bloc, stroke event, and Aaron Peirsol won the sil- medal, 2 silver medals, and 3 bronze medals, the motion to reconsider be laid upon ver medal in the same event; becoming the first female athlete from the the table with no intervening action or Whereas, on August 15, 2008, Rebecca Soni United States to win 6 medals in 1 year’s debate, and that any statements be set a world-record time of 2:20.22 and won the Olympic Games, breaking the record of 5 printed in the RECORD. gold medal in the women’s 200-meter breast- medals she tied in the 2004 Summer Olympic The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without stroke event; Games; objection, it is so ordered. Whereas, on August 15, 2008, Natalie Whereas Michael Phelps has trained under There being no objection, the Senate Coughlin tied the record time for athletes the expert tutelage of coach Bob Bowman for proceeded to consider the bills en bloc. from the United States of 53.39, which she 12 years, first at the North Baltimore Aquat- herself set, and won the bronze medal in the ic Club and more recently at the University f women’s 100-meter freestyle event; of Michigan; FIRST LIEUTENANT NOAH HARRIS Whereas, on August 16, 2008, Michael Whereas, during the awards ceremony for ELLIJAY POST OFFICE BUILDING Phelps set an Olympic-record time of 50.58 the men’s 400-meter medley relay event, the and won the gold medal in the men’s 100- Fe´de´ration Internationale de Natation, the The bill (H.R. 6847) to designate the meter butterfly event, tying 1972 Olympian international governing body of swimming, facility of the United States Postal

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.000 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 23408 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 September 30, 2008 Service located at 801 Industrial Boule- Building,’’ was ordered to a third read- tre’s Appalachian Festival of Plays and vard in Ellijay, Georgia, as the ‘‘First ing, read the third time, and passed. Playwrights showcases and honors Ap- Lieutenant Noah Harris Ellijay Post f palachian history and culture for all to Office Building,’’ was ordered to a third see upon its stage. I also want to recog- COMMENDING BARTER THEATRE reading, read the third time, and nize the efforts of Barter Theatre as passed. Mr. WEBB. Mr. President, I ask they continue educational outreach unanimous consent that the Senate f programs to Virginia’s youth. Several proceed to the immediate consider- programs, such as the Young Play- LANCE CORPORAL ERIC PAUL ation of H. Con. Res. 416, which was re- wrights Festival, the Internet Distance VALDEPENAS POST OFFICE ceived from the House. Learning Program, the Student Mat- BUILDING The PRESIDING OFFICER. The inee Program, and the theatre’s tour- The bill (H.R. 6874) to designate the clerk will report the concurrent resolu- ing company, are in place and continue facility of the United States Postal tion by title. to foster creativity through play- Service located at 156 Taunton Avenue The legislative clerk read as follows: wrighting and theatrical performances. in Seekonk, Massachusetts, as the A concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 416) I must note that Barter Theatre re- ‘‘Lance Corporal Eric Paul Valdepenas commending the Barter Theatre on the occa- mains true to its humble beginnings sion of its 75th anniversary. Post Office Building,’’ was ordered to a and pays homage to its history. At third reading, read the third time, and There being no objection, the Senate least one performance a year cele- passed. proceeded to consider the concurrent brates the Barter heritage by accepting resolution. donations for an area food bank as the f Mr. WARNER. Mr. President, I rise price of admission. An endeavor rooted JACOB M. LOWELL POST OFFICE today in support of a resolution hon- in the ideals of community continues BUILDING oring a longstanding landmark of Vir- to give back to that community today. ginia’s southwest, Barter Theatre. Lo- I am pleased by the passage of H. The bill (H.R. 6681) to designate the cated in Abingdon, VA, Barter Theatre Con. Res. 416, and I thank my col- facility of the United States Postal first opened in June of 1933 and re- leagues in joining me in support of this Service located at 300 Vine Street in mains open to this day, having never resolution. New Lenox, Illinois, as the ‘‘Jacob M. closed its doors in its 75 years of his- Mr. WEBB. I ask unanimous consent Lowell Post Office Building,’’ was or- tory. that the resolution be agreed to, the dered to a third reading, read the third The roots of Barter Theatre are preamble be agreed to, the motion to time, and passed. found in what it calls ‘‘a unique begin- reconsider be laid upon the table, and f ning,’’ during a time in our Nation’s that any statements relating to the history when many Americans, includ- resolution be printed in the RECORD. ARMY SPC DANIEL AGAMI POST The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without OFFICE BUILDING ing Virginians, were focused on finan- cial woes. It was the Great Depression, objection, it is so ordered. The concurrent resolution (H. Con. The bill (H.R. 6338) to designate the and a young man named Robert facility of the United States Postal Res. 416) was agreed to. Porterfield was inspired by providing The preamble was agreed to. Service located at 4233 West Hillsboro theater tickets to the many and not Boulevard in Coconut Creek, Florida, just to those who could afford them. It f as the ‘‘Army SPC Daniel Agami Post was the idea of bartering goods for CELEBRATE SAFE COMMUNITIES Office Building,’’ was ordered to a third services that served as the foundation reading, read the third time, and Mr. WEBB. I ask unanimous consent for this successful endeavor and earned that the Judiciary Committee be dis- passed. Porterfield’s theater its name. charged from further consideration of f By trading goods for theater tickets, S. Res. 662 and the Senate proceed to MAYOR WILLIAM ‘‘BILL’’ SAND- Porterfield was able to fill the seats of its immediate consideration. BERG POST OFFICE BUILDING his theater. The price of admission was The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without 40 cents, but if you had no money to objection, it is so ordered. The bill (H.R. 6229) to designate the spare, you could bring the equivalent The clerk will report the resolution facility of the United States Postal in produce. Whether it was vegetables, by title. Service located at 2523 7th Avenue East dairy products, or a chicken, if it was The legislative clerk read as follows: in North Saint Paul, Minnesota, as the worth 40 cents, it was worth entrance. A resolution (S. Res. 662) raising the ‘‘Mayor William ‘Bill’ Sandberg Post The idea of bartering goods for services awareness of the need for crime prevention Office Building,’’ was ordered to a third is by no means a unique idea, but it is in communities across the country and des- reading, read the third time, and an idea that allowed many Virginians ignating the week of October 2, 2008, through passed. October 4, 2008, as ‘‘Celebrate Safe Commu- the opportunity to enjoy the arts. The nities’’ week. idea of trading ‘‘ham for Hamlet,’’ as f There being no objection, the Senate Barter Theatre calls it, was a success, KENNETH PETER ZEBROWSKI proceeded to consider the resolution. a success that allowed the theater to POST OFFICE BUILDING Mr. WEBB. I ask unanimous consent endure to today. that the resolution be agreed to, the The bill (H.R. 6199) to designate the In 1946, the Virginia General Assem- preamble be agreed to, the motions to facility of the United States Postal bly designated Barter Theatre as the reconsider be laid upon the table, with Service located at 245 North Main State Theatre of Virginia, the first the- no intervening action or debate, and Street in New City, New York, as the ater in the Commonwealth of Virginia any statements related to the resolu- ‘‘Kenneth Peter Zebrowski Post Office to receive this distinction, and rightly tion be printed in the RECORD. Building,’’ was ordered to a third read- so. The excellence of Barter reaches far The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ing, read the third time, and passed. beyond the lengthy list of famous ac- objection, it is so ordered. f tors who have graced its stage through- The resolution (S. Res. 662) was out its years and touches more on its MURPHY A. TANNEHILL POST agreed to. efforts to enrich and enhance the cul- The preamble was agreed to. OFFICE BUILDING ture of our Commonwealth. The resolution, with its preamble, The bill (H.R. 3511) to designate the The impact of this historic theater reads as follows: facility of the United States Postal does not go unnoticed in southwest S. RES. 662 Service located at 2150 East Hardtner Virginia, as it has continually aimed to Whereas communities across the country Drive in Urania, Louisiana, as the increase levels of artistic development face localized increases in violence and other ‘‘Murphy A. Tannehill Post Office in the region. Each year, Barter Thea- crime;

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But sources that provide community safety and Representatives voted on this impor- what I really care about is protecting crime prevention tools tested and valued by tant bill. Unfortunately, the bill failed Main Street: the individuals, the fami- local law enforcement agencies and commu- to gain sufficient support on the floor lies, the businesses, the farmers. We nities nationwide; despite strong leadership from both the must act to prevent workers from Whereas the NSA and the NCPC have Democratic and Republican Parties. missing paychecks, small businesses joined together to create the ‘‘Celebrate Safe The negative outcome of the House from failing, college savings plans and Communities’’ initiative in partnership with vote is disappointing, and clearly the the Bureau of Justice Assistance, Office of retirements put in jeopardy. Justice Programs, Department of Justice; financial markets registered their dis- This plan includes the transparency I Whereas Celebrate Safe Communities will pleasure. I was further disappointed by called for when I spoke on this floor ex- be launched the 1st week of October 2008 to finger-pointing that occurred after the actly a week ago. I was not satisfied help kick off recognition of October as Crime vote. But I am heartened that everyone with the Treasury plan. I said we must Prevention Month; realizes the financial credit crisis is do something, but we must add three Whereas Celebrate Safe Communities is de- still with us and that Congress needs to things: accountability, increased over- signed to help local communities highlight get its job done. sight, and increased transparency. the importance of residents and law enforce- We must get our job done. We will Well, I called on my House and Senate ment working together to keep communities safe places to live, learn, work, and play; get it done. We owe it to our constitu- colleagues to come together in a bipar- Whereas Celebrate Safe Communities will ents, our communities, our economy, tisan fashion and work with the admin- enhance the public awareness of vital crime and our country. That means, first, no istration and other public and private prevention and safety messages and moti- more finger-pointing, no more political sector experts to move quickly and vate Americans of all ages to learn what blame games. Those we have to put off boldly but responsibly to prevent an- they can do to stay safe from crime; the table. We need to stop the bleeding. other financial credit disaster. The Whereas Celebrate Safe Communities will Right now, there is a fire raging. To leadership and negotiators from both help promote year-round support for locally mix the metaphors, we need to stem sides did just that. based and law enforcement-led community safety initiatives that help keep families, the flow of the bleeding or put out the It has been just 12 days since the neighborhoods, schools, and businesses safe fire. The institutions are asking for our Treasury Secretary and the Federal from crime; and help to come to this immediate rescue. Reserve Chairman approached Congress Whereas the week of October 2, 2008, Beyond that, we need to take a broad about the need to act on this crisis. through October 4, 2008, is an appropriate view of the needed changes in our regu- They said we must take temporary week to designate as ‘‘Celebrate Safe Com- latory system. There are mistakes and emergency action to get us through munities’’ week: Now, therefore, be it omissions. There is lots of blame to go this financial crisis—the biggest finan- Resolved, That the Senate— around. There are lots of areas where cial crisis we have faced in a long time. (1) designates the week of October 2, 2008, through October 4, 2008, as ‘‘Celebrate Safe Congress acted or did not act, the ad- As at least one commentator said, we Communities’’ week; ministration acted or did not act, and are facing a financial ‘‘stone age.’’ (2) commends the efforts of the thousands the agencies did not do the proper This crisis is real. This is a rare mo- of local law enforcement agencies and their work. ment. This is an emergency. The credit countless community partners who are edu- As a 22-year housing authorizer and markets have been struggling mightily cating and engaging residents of all ages in appropriator, I have some strong views for the past several weeks due to the the fight against crime; as to what needs to be done, and I have subprime housing crisis and falling (3) asks communities across the country to offered those on the floor, citing a let- home values. Despite unprecedented consider how the Celebrate Safe Commu- ter I sent to the Secretary of the intervention by the Federal Reserve nities initiative can help them highlight local successes in the fight against crime; Treasury, the Chairman of the Federal and the Treasury, the credit market and Reserve, the SEC, and the leadership of got worse. I commend those institu- (4) encourages the National Sheriffs’ Asso- the banking committees in both tions for doing what they did, but that ciation and the National Crime Prevention Houses. I would only amend that today is not enough. They don’t have enough Council to continue to promote, during Cele- to say we need, either in this bill or— tools in their toolbox. Clearly, it is brate Safe Communities week and year- probably in this bill—we need to raise time for a comprehensive and system- round, individual and collective action in the limit of the Federal Deposit Insur- atic approach in order to restore sta- collaboration with law enforcement and ance Corporation insurance so that in- bility to the credit markets to make other supporting local agencies to reduce crime and build safer communities through- dividuals, farmers, small businesses sure that all of us, and the entire out the United States. that may in the course of their busi- wheels of the Nation, can have the Mr. WEBB. I suggest the absence of a ness operation have more than $100,000 credit we need to move. quorum. do not pull it out of the banks, thus en- It is much more than about Wall The PRESIDING OFFICER. The dangering the capitalization of the Street; it is about average American clerk will call the roll. banks. We want those people who are families, individuals, small businesses, The legislative clerk proceeded to the lifeblood of our economy to be able and farmers. Average American fami- call the roll. to keep it in their local banks, the re- lies are outraged at what is happening Mr. BOND. Mr. President, I ask unan- gional banks, the community banks, in the financial markets. They see ex- imous consent that the order for the and not draw it out and put it in Treas- cessive greed at the heart of the prob- quorum call be rescinded. urys. lem. They do not understand how many The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. I heard today from a broker in Mis- corporate executives make more in a REED). Without objection, it is so or- souri who has been asked by small day than many of them do in a year. dered. businesses if they can take their depos- They do not understand how some rich Mr. BOND. Mr. President, I ask unan- its out and put them in Treasurys. corporate executives can be paid to imous consent that I be permitted to That may be a safe move, but right leave their company, given a golden speak as in morning business. now that means they are going to re- parachute for failing at their job, not The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without duce the deposits in that bank, which doing it and leaving their company in objection, it is so ordered. further puts pressure on banks, other shambles. The folks in Missouri are Mr. BOND. Mr. President, I come institutions, that should not be any also afraid this crisis will make them today to talk about the subject that is part of this problem. victims. They will be victims if we do

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To me, it is about I heard from seniors who were asking be crippled by selling it below what Missouri businesses, small and large, me about their retirement accounts, they bought it for, but they will have not going under. To me, this is about parents worried about their children’s liquidity again. helping struggling homeowners in de- college savings, families worried about The bill provides stronger oversight fault so they can get their mortgages their checking and savings accounts, by creating a special inspector general. reworked. To me, this is about Missou- farmers worried about where their It will empower our U.S. Government rians getting car loans, home loans, credit lines will be and whether they Accountability Office to conduct ongo- and student loans. In summary, I be- will be able to get operating loans so ing audits and reviews of the program. lieve it is what is best for my Missouri they can go into the fields next spring It creates a new oversight panel of ex- constituents. to plant, small business owners and ecutive officials such as the Federal It is imperative that we continue to homeowners worried about their mort- Reserve Chairman, and it sets up a spe- work on this bill and consider other gages. Folks are worried about their cial congressional oversight panel. This ideas to improve it. As I mentioned jobs, their children’s future, and their bill provides more transparency by re- earlier, now both Presidential can- financial security. There is also a lot of quiring the Treasury to disclose pub- didates back a proposal to increase the current Federal deposit insurance anger, frustration, and disgust at why licly all transactions made under the guarantee level from $100,000 to we have gotten to this point. bill. I have heard those feelings loudly These are very positive improve- $250,000. That is a very good idea. I urge my colleagues to consider this pro- and clearly. I share those feelings. As I ments in the bill. posal. Frankly, I think, at least for the said before, frankly, I don’t want to be Let me be clear. I would not vote in time being, we ought to up that limit, here—not as a Senator, not as a Mis- support of any bill simply to bail out but we need to do it soon, and we need sourian, not as an American, and not irresponsible, incompetent, and greedy to do it responsibly so there will not be as a family man. But I believe this is bankers—whether they are Wall Street a silent, backdoor run on banks and something we have to do. We have no or elsewhere—or investors. I will vote small businesses that have needs for choice but to act. We must act because in support of a bill that protects the large amounts of operating cash don’t the financial well-being and health of average Missourian, the average Amer- take all their money out of the small ican family, the individuals, the com- all Americans and our economy is in banks they work with and leave those munities, the small businesses, and the jeopardy. banks in a perilous condition. However, we must act responsibly. farmers. This is about doing what is We need to pull together and do what That is why I demanded increased ac- right, not necessarily popular—and each of us individually can do to ad- countability, strong oversight, and popular this is not. dress the crisis. This also means trou- more transparency so that the tax- Without a bill of these elements, the bled homeowners must seek assistance payers, communities, small businesses, Federal Government will continue to in avoiding foreclosure. Help is avail- farmers, and our financial system are use existing authorities with taxpayer able through home ownership coun- never put in this position again. This funds to rescue financial institutions. seling. It is available due to funding I doesn’t mean we are giving a blank That is why we need a bill that pro- was proud to work on with my col- check to the Treasury; this means just vides taxpayer protection, account- league, Senator DODD, to provide last not bailing out those who made bad de- ability, transparency, and oversight, in year. We provided $180 million. Based cisions with no consequences. This is a systematic, controlled manner. In on the preliminary data we saw from one of the points I got 5,000 calls about other words, with or without this bill, one organization counseling home- last week. Almost 4,999 of them ob- taxpayers will be on the hook. They owners, 69 percent of those who re- jected specifically to golden parachutes will be asked to chip in. The problem is ceived that counseling were able to and to excessive compensation for top now, when we have tried—or as the avoid foreclosure. That counseling is corporate executives. Well, the com- Treasury and the FDIC have done and available now. The program is working. promise that the negotiators worked the Federal Reserve has done—to res- But we need troubled homeowners to out dealt with those. This also means cue firm by firm, we are putting more contact their counseling agency before and the negotiators came up with a money at risk, but we are not solving they get into foreclosure. Contact system to ensure strong balances so the basic credit problem. The credit them if you are having problems. Call that taxpayer funds are protected illiquidity is still there. the HOPE hotline: 888–995–HOPE. while achieving the goal of preventing Last week, I talked with a friend who Again: 888–995–HOPE. A lot of the prob- a financial meltdown. This bill incor- deals in municipal bonds. Those are the lem can be solved for homeowners if porates those measures. bonds State and local governments they get counseling. This bill increases accountability by offer. They are the ones that finance Before closing, let me express my ap- giving the Treasury Secretary specific the ongoing operations of States and of preciation to the House and Senate powers to reduce executive compensa- cities, of counties, of revenue districts, leadership and lead negotiators and tion and cut golden parachutes. This of special districts. She told me the their staff for the hard work and long bill increases taxpayers’ protections by market was totally frozen. They can’t hours they have put in over the past giving taxpayers an ownership interest go to the market. week to pass the greatly improved pro- in the firms they are helping to bail Continuing to just let the system go posal, originally coming from the out. downhill and provide rescues for indi- Treasury. I thank especially Senators In addition, we expect the Treasury vidual banks that may get into prob- DODD and GREGG for representing and to do the analysis and to work within lems is not going to solve the liquidity leading the Senate in the negotiations. the market system to buy mortgages problem—liquidity problems faced by I am proud of my good friend and Mis- and other debts that are now at fire- businesses that have to meet their pay- souri constituent ROY BLUNT for his sale prices below the prices those mort- roll, liquidity problems which would work, along with Chairman FRANK in gages or other debt would sell for when face farmers who try to get operating the House. Their work is not in vain. I the credit markets begin to function loans, liquidity problems that would expect we will finish the job—I hope once again. That is the first level of face the average family if they want to this week. We have to do it. There is protection. The first level of protection get a loan to buy a house or a car. They too much at stake not to do the job and is to make sure Treasury has the power can’t get it. do it well.

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In this way and all others, JOHN cisively to protect millions of ordinary of mine for a long time and has become embodies the motto of his esteemed un- Americans from a credit crisis that a good friend, is JOHN WARNER. He is a dergraduate Virginia school, Wash- they had no hand whatsoever in caus- ington and Lee, which is ‘‘Not Unmind- Member in the Senate well known for ing but which obviously threatens to ful of the Future.’’ his patriotism, for his long service to reach into every single household in JOHN has always kept that responsi- both his State and his Nation, and per- our country. haps more than any other Member of bility to the future in mind as he has worked to keep our fighting forces the Retirees are worried about their sav- the Senate, he is known for being a ings. Small business owners are pan- gentleman in the true meaning of the best in the world. But he has also done much in other icked because the banks will not lend. word. I would say he is a Senator to Homeowners are watching the equity whom we can all look up. I did when I areas. It has been my pleasure to work with him on the Environment and Pub- they have in their houses dry up. arrived, and from the beginning I I am hearing from towns and munici- learned a great deal. lic Works Committee. He was an in- valuable leader, from whom I learned palities throughout Kentucky that Now, as a fellow UVA Law grad, my cannot find the money to finance new good friend, the squire from Virginia, much. He was a great friend in passing schools and other civic projects and JOHN WARNER, who is retiring after 30 the highway bill in 1998. I followed his from farmers and small business own- years of service, has left an indelible work later on while working on the ers who are suddenly being told by mark on this body. We will miss as current highway bill. I owe a great deal their banks that a long-term loan is much, though, the presence of his won- to the skill, to the advice, and the lead- due. Others are being pressured to pay derful wife Jeanne. I think all of us in ership he provided in making sure we more or well ahead of schedule. These the Senate, at Senate gatherings, at could meet the needs of our highways are people with good credit. Senate family affairs, know how much and our bridges. His guidance and lead- I am hearing from people such as the Jeanne adds to our family. She is truly ership were extremely vital for the suc- retired school counselor in Anderson a wonderful lady. She has cleaned up cess of the bill I worked on. He has also County who said she cannot afford to the squire a good bit. My wife Linda kept his responsibility of the future in see her small retirement savings van- and I always enjoy and look forward to mind during his tenure on the Senate Intelligence Committee. ish. ‘‘I have never written to any Sen- seeing Jeanne and JOHN after their It has been an honor, a pleasure, and service in the Senate because they are ator or Congressman before now,’’ she a treat to fight side by side with JOHN good friends. wrote. ‘‘This is so important to our on the Intelligence Committee. He has Not only do JOHN and I share the Government and its citizens.’’ always been looking to the future, to UVA Law connections, but he and I One small business owner wrote me all our futures. He worked on the com- were on a panel at his school, St. Al- about a company he started in his ga- mittee to help us prevent another dev- bans, along with several other distin- rage that now employs 100 people. He astating attack on our soil such as 9/11. guished Members of the Senate, and we said that because of the credit crisis, JOHN was an invaluable ally on the the interest rate he is paying on his had the opportunity to go back to the committee in our efforts to reform and school that he had attended and my building jumped 400 percent. Speaking oversee our intelligence operations. on behalf of all small business owners son attended. Probably the most important to me, Let me go back to what JOHN WAR- in his community, he had a simple with JOHN’s help, we passed probably NER has done in his impressive 32 years message: ‘‘Kentuckians need help the most important legislation I have now.’’ in the Senate. His service to the coun- had the opportunity to lead—the For- try began long before he was elected to Here is what a woman from central eign Intelligence Surveillance Act—to Kentucky wrote to me about the finan- this body in 1978. At age 17, JOHN chose assure we had an early warning system not to go back to St. Albans imme- cial rescue plan the House of Rep- against terrorist attacks. resentatives rejected yesterday. She diately but first chose to serve his Because of JOHN’s work in the Sen- said: country, enlisting in the U.S. Navy to ate, his heart on the battlefield, our help keep our Nation safe from Nazi Nation is not only a safer place but, I hope you will not lose sight of the vast Germany. under his guidance, wisdom, and lead- numbers of innocent Americans who work He, again, answered his Nation’s call tirelessly to create a better future for our ership, it has become a much better children and fellow Americans, who could be to service at the outbreak of the Ko- place. rean war, when he served in the U.S. financially wrecked by plummeting U.S. and It has been a tremendous honor and overseas markets. Marine Corps. privilege to serve with JOHN WARNER. If the rescue plan fails, this woman Since his service in our Armed He is an icon of the Senate. He will be added, she is afraid she will have to sell Forces, JOHN has been a tireless advo- missed for his ability to work across off part of her family’s farmland. cate for our military and for our vet- the aisle, for putting his country first, The credit crisis is spreading. It has erans. For the soldier returning home and for the friendship, personally, the after service, JOHN has worked to im- friendship with Jeanne, his wife, and gotten too big to ignore, and it is too prove the care our veterans receive, the the rest of us. I join my colleagues in big for one party to solve on its own. care a grateful nation owes each and congratulating the Senator and his Congressional leaders are assessing the legislative path forward, but one thing every one of our brave volunteers. wife and thanking JOHN for his many As chairman of the Armed Services years of service. is clear: Any solution will be a bipar- Committee, as vice chairman, as a I yield the floor and suggest the ab- tisan solution. Both sides have to work ranking member, as a leader in the sence of a quorum. together, and we will stay until the an- Armed Services Committee, JOHN has The PRESIDING OFFICER. The swer is yes. worked to ensure that the military, clerk will call the roll. There was a lot of frustration around particularly our troops on the field in The assistant legislative clerk pro- here yesterday which led to a lot of ac- battle, have the equipment and the re- ceeded to call the roll. cusations and blame. Today we must sources they need. Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I move forward together. The voters sent Under JOHN’s watch, the Senate al- ask unanimous consent that the order us to respond to crises, not to ignore ways passed a Defense authorization for the quorum call be rescinded. them, and if you fail the first time, you

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The major- going to get serious about this and get way we handle credit markets in this ity leader understands this, and he and something passed, and so it is up today country and confer with our counter- I are working together to find a way to about 250 points. But that is only one- parts in other countries around the get to yes. third of the 777 points that were lost world so the world structure is intel- Working together is the only way to yesterday. We should not congratulate ligently constructed, you are talking get this rescue plan passed, and that is ourselves on the 250-point rally that it months, if not a year or so. And while exactly what we intend to do. has somehow removed the sting of the we are putting forward our pet theories I yield the floor. I suggest the ab- 777-point drop that occurred yesterday. as to how that should be done, with ex- sence of a quorum. We keep hearing, well, the markets perts on talk shows and from think The PRESIDING OFFICER. The will adjust and everything will be all tanks pontificating on cable television, clerk will call the roll. right and the stock market will be OK. payrolls may not be met in towns in The assistant legislative clerk pro- But let’s move away from the stock my State. ceeded to call the roll. market to where the real problem lies, This is a crisis that has to be dealt Mr. BENNETT. Mr. President, I ask which is in the credit markets. We with now. We can deal with the re- unanimous consent that the order for don’t have a single barometer for the structuring of the financial regulatory the quorum call be rescinded. credit markets the way we do with system at our leisure, but we must not The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Dow Jones following the stock market, take our eye off the seriousness of the objection, it is so ordered. but we have indications all along the crisis, both in terms of its size and in Mr. BENNETT. Mr. President, I ap- way that the credit markets through- terms of its pressure. This morning’s preciate the statement of the Repub- out the world have seized up; that is, financial journals make it clear that lican leader with respect to our deter- banks are not loaning to banks, banks throughout many countries in the mination to get this done. I think all of are not making credit available to world they and their central banks us should recognize that these are ex- those who have been their best cus- have not yet addressed the seriousness traordinary times, and I want to sound tomers as they wait to see how this of the crisis, and we will see problems a warning to those who have the opin- works out. That is the place where overseas begin to wash up on our ion that yesterday’s drop in the stock those people who are saying this ap- shores to make our problem that much market was simply a one-time correc- plies only to Wall Street are going to worse if we don’t act. tion; that the stock market is coming end up paying a huge price. There are those who say, well, we back today, and that the markets are I have used this example before, but shouldn’t give this much power to the going to absorb the shock of the lack of I am finding it is being duplicated in Secretary of the Treasury. I don’t like other States. Amidst the avalanche of action on the part of the House of Rep- the idea of one man having this much phone calls into my office from angry resentatives. authority. The proposal that has been Utahns demanding that we vote I would point out that markets are put together creates an oversight board against this because they say this is a driven by future expectations, and with real power. It creates a board that bailout of Wall Street, there are one or when the stock market assumed, on could rein in a Secretary of the Treas- two other phone calls that get through. the basis of the vote in the House, that ury who abused his power or who got One of them came from an auto dealer. we would not have any kind of Federal out too far in front. It is my under- In the city or town where he operates, action on the financial rescue package, standing that we have built-in congres- it dropped more dramatically than at he is the city’s largest employer. He called and said: Senator, I know sional review in the bill that the House any other time in its history in total you are getting a lot of calls on the defeated—congressional review, con- number of points, and it dropped per- other side of this issue. Let me just gressional oversight—that could have centage-wise for the worst drop since point out one thing with respect to my said to a Secretary of Treasury: You 9/11. business. I am the biggest employer in are too far extended, and we are going Now, as there has been an expecta- this town, and I may not be able to to hold back on the authority we have tion that the Congress will move, the make payroll on Wednesday. The big- given you. stock market is back up today but no- gest employer in town, and none of my But we have a crisis that needs to be where near back up to the point it was employees will get checks because the dealt with and needs to be dealt with before the drop occurred yesterday. If bank won’t give me the line of credit now. We shouldn’t be arguing over we break the expectation once again, that the bank has been making avail- whether the city council should sec- this time the market will drop and able to me for decades. ond-guess the police chief as he rushes there will be no coming back up. This That is the implication of the seizing to deal with a crisis, a police chief in time, your 401(k), your pension plan, up of the credit markets. That has whom the city council had confidence your retirement account will be hurt in nothing to do with the stock value of when they chose him in the first place. a way that will take years to recover. this particular car dealer. That has to This Secretary of the Treasury is well Let’s talk about numbers to dem- do with the paychecks that go into the known as one of the more expert onstrate the importance of this. One of pockets of the people who fix the cars, money managers in the country. He the things we have heard with respect who wash the cars, and who try to sell has been completely open in all of his to the financial rescue plan is that $700 the cars. They are the ones who will discussions with members of the lead- billion is far too big an amount for the pay the price of the inaction in the ership of both parties, and members of taxpayers to absorb. Yesterday, over 1 Congress. the leadership of both parties have ex- trillion dollars’ worth of market value There are those who say, well, we pressed confidence in his ability to do was wiped off the books by the stock should restructure the regulatory sys- this. They have created the oversight market drop. We must understand that tem so this doesn’t happen again. We board that is in the bill that will pull it is ordinary people looking at ordi- shouldn’t act in such a precipitous him back if he does it improperly. nary pensions with their ordinary Main fashion until we get all of these other The entire $700 billion will not be Street kind of 401(k) plans who lost issues on the table and discussed. Let’s committed immediately—cannot be that trillion dollars, and they lost it in not act quickly. committed immediately. It must be a matter of minutes. The market I am perfectly willing to agree that handled in an orderly fashion. We un- plunged over 700 points in a matter of the regulatory structure we have basi- derstand from the Secretary that the

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The majority leader onstrate they do not understand what having access to that money, paid in- has made that clear. We are not leav- is in the bill. terest on the loans, and the taxpayer ing town until we get another vote. But the fact that the Secretary of received a financial benefit for the That is why the stock market is as the Treasury can say to the credit mar- Government having entered into the encouraging as it is. But we must un- kets that are frozen: I have potentially Chrysler loan program. derstand, if we do not act, the lack of $700 billion available to solve this prob- If I had been in Congress at the time, confidence will produce a worldwide lem, is a very powerful message that I probably would have voted against it wave of credit seizing up, and it will be will help solve the problem. A very im- for other reasons, but for financial rea- the small businesses, it will be the portant part of the problem is the sons, it was a good deal. If you look at 401(k) plans, it will be the pension pro- sense of confidence that we are serious the deal that has been made recently grams for teachers and nurses and oth- about getting it done. with the Federal Reserve and Bear ers who are depending upon those plans If we say, well, we are going to give Stearns, the Federal Reserve stepped in for their retirement that will pay the the Secretary of the Treasury $100 bil- with the Bear Stearns circumstances. price. lion and see how it works, that sends a What did they do? Some will feel very virtuous about message we are not confident that this They forced the sale of Bear Stearns having voted against Wall Street and will do any good. If we are going to and then they opened the Fed window then turn around and find that their say, well, we want a board to examine so Bear Stearns could borrow money. constituents generally have paid a every aspect of this proposal. We are What happens when you borrow huge price for that vote. The stock not going to give the Secretary author- money? You pay interest. By making market took over $1 trillion worth of ity to move ahead decisively. That sure Bear Stearns did not go down, the value out of the American economy in sends the message we are not confident Federal Reserve guaranteed that Bear a matter of minutes on Monday after- this will work. Stearns will be able to pay the interest noon. We must do everything we can to The bill the House voted down which on the money that is made available to make sure that does not turn into $2 said the Secretary can say to the mar- them. Who gets that interest when it is trillion, $3 trillion or $4 trillion wiped ket that potentially we have $700 bil- paid? The American taxpayer. away because the Congress was not lion that can be applied to this prob- It will be paid into the Federal Re- willing to stand up to its responsibil- lem, and he has full authority to com- serve account. When the Federal Re- ities. mit it, subject to review of the over- serve makes money, their surplus gets I have faith that ultimately we will. sight board and the ultimate review of paid to the American taxpayer. The I have faith that the Members of the Congress, that is a statement of con- American taxpayer will receive a ben- House and the Members of the Senate fidence that the markets can believe. efit, a financial benefit, from the deal will ultimately recognize their respon- Now, let me talk just briefly about that was made by the Federal Reserve sibility and do the right thing. where the $700 billion number comes and Bear Stearns. The same will be I go back to a quote by Winston from. It is not pulled from out of the true with AIG, the insurance giant. Churchill, who commented on Ameri- air. It is not a number that somebody They will be paying interest on the cans, generally. He said: thought up as sounding pretty big. The money that has been made available to The Americans can always be depended total amount of mortgages in the them on a loan basis, and the taxpayer upon to do the right thing after they have United States is approximately $14 tril- will receive that interest. exhausted every other possibility. lion, and the percentage of those mort- So for those who are out there adding Monday we exhausted our every gages that are bad and probably cannot up the face value of every deal we have other possibility. It is time to do the pay out is about 5 percent. Five per- made and then adding it to the $700 bil- right thing. We in this body, as well as cent of $14 trillion is $700 billion. But lion and then telling us all that it is those in the other body, need to rise to the assets that the $700 billion will ac- gone and there will never be any of it the occasion. quire will not be all of the bad mort- coming back to the Treasury, they are I yield the floor. gages. The assets they will acquire will wrong. They are misleading the Amer- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- be a mixture of bad mortgages and ican people with that kind of talk. ator from Iowa. good mortgages. Why? Because nobody Frankly, it is those commentators who Mr. GRASSLEY. I ask unanimous knows which are the bad mortgages are adding up those numbers irrespon- consent to speak as in morning busi- and which are the good mortgages. The sibly, who are driving the angry phone ness. only way we are going to find out is calls that are coming into my office The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without hold the mortgage to maturity and see and the office of everyone else here. objection, it is so ordered. which ones get paid and which ones Now, I understand their anger. I am TAXES don’t. They are all packaged together. sympathetic with their anger. I am as Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, be- So the Secretary, by putting 5 per- disappointed as anybody that we al- ginning in the third week of July, I cent of the total amount of mortgages lowed this situation to get to where it have come to the floor quite often to available to acquire those that are is. But I say to those who are angry: compare the tax plans of Senator questionable is sending a message of Let’s leave it up to the historians to MCCAIN and Senator OBAMA, our two great confidence to the market by ac- sort out where the blame should go. Presidential candidates. I have talked quiring those mortgages and creating a Let’s put out the fire right now. Let’s about the relationship between party circumstance whereby once the good not spend our time as the fire is burn- control and the likelihood of tax hikes ones pay out, the taxpayers will re- ing running around trying to find out or tax cuts. I have used the infamous ceive money back. who the arsonist may have been, while thermometer chart to demonstrate. I Indeed, there are some who say the the fire destroys the building. Let’s am not going to go through all of it U.S. Government will make money. I free up the credit markets right now. again because I have talked about it don’t happen to believe that it will, but Let’s send a signal of confidence to the several times on the floor of the Sen- I can’t prove that it will not, and there world markets right now. We should ate. is certainly an indication in past his- have done it on Monday in the House of But up on the top, you can see that tory that it will. Representatives. We did not. when a Democratic President controls

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I really don’t. the most tax decreases when you have of 2001 and 2003 sunset December 31, How does Senator OBAMA define the a Republican President and a Repub- 2010. middle class? In an interview with Fox The third broad question is: Where lican Congress. News of Bill Hemmer, Senator OBAMA Now, that is over the last 28 years, would Senator MCCAIN and Senator answered the question this way: OBAMA further reduce or hike taxes on approximately. In another speech I You know, what I would say is, if you are talked about the 1992 campaign prom- middle-class families? To get an an- making more than $250,000, then you’re more ise of the middle-class tax cut. I con- swer to this question we will take a than middle class. You’re doing better. If trasted the promised tax cut with the look at each of the candidate’s new you are making less than $250,000, then you 1993 tax legislation that contained a proposals for middle-class tax cuts. are definitely somewhere in the middle class. world record price increase. I have used If you turn to factcheck.org, you will And if you’re making $150,000 or less, then I this chart that is going up there now to find the definition is not simple about would think most Americans would agree what is a middle class. According to you’re middle class. So that’s why the fact depict what it would look like with 16 that you are making less than $250,000, you years of tax hike amnesia and Rip Van factcheck.org, there is no clear defini- tion of middle class. Here is what they will not see your taxes go up under an Winkle. Obama administration. And you will see tax In our first week back after the Au- say there: cuts with more money in your pocket, if you gust recess, I returned to these topics Middle class means different things to dif- are making less than $150,000. and I discussed the effects of the pro- ferent people and politicians. There is no I ask unanimous consent to have standard definition, and, in fact, an over- posed 17- to 33-percent increase in the whelming majority of Americans say they printed in the RECORD the Bill Hemmer top two rates. I focused on small busi- are middle class or upper middle class or interview. ness activity and how increased taxes working class in public opinion polls. Hardly There being no objection, the mate- hurt that small business activity and anyone considers themselves lower class or rial was ordered to be printed in the hurt the job creation machine of our upper class in America. RECORD, as follows: great economy, which is small busi- I ask unanimous consent to have this OBAMA DEFINES ‘‘MIDDLE CLASS’’ ness. material printed in the RECORD at the (By Major Garrett) Last week, I discussed the impact of conclusion of my remarks. WASHINGTON.—I wanted to throw out for Senator MCCAIN’s and OBAMA’s tax The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without consideration and debate a question I’ve plans on seniors. Earlier this week, I objection, it is so ordered. found myself asking Democrats, Repub- discussed the fiscal effects of Senator (See exhibit 1.) licans, Independents and economists for MCCAIN and Senator OBAMA’s plans. Mr. GRASSLEY. I have a chart that years: who is in the middle class? In the 1990s, the answers I received were al- Today, I focus on how both tax plans breaks down the answers to a Pugh Re- search Center poll. Among other ques- most entirely linked to income figures—the would affect the middle class. The income of a family of four, or three or of a press and the candidates have focused a tions, the poll asks whether folks single person in his or her twenties, or an el- lot of attention on the middle class. In thought of themselves as upper class, derly person on a fixed income determined fact, I remember a speech of Senator upper middle class, middle class, lower how close or how far they were from ‘‘middle OBAMA’s alluding to something about middle class, and lower class. In other class’’ status. About the time of millennium, I began to he never heard Senator MCCAIN in the words, basically dividing the country notice that the answer to who was ‘‘middle debate last week say anything about into different quintiles. According to the poll, 53 percent of class’’ began to change from relatively pre- the middle class. cise figures to very broad income strata. It Well, Senator MCCAIN is not com- Americans considered themselves mid- dle class, 19 percent consider them- was as if politicians—particularly at the na- fortable in the class war-type rhetoric tional level—began to believe that incomes that some people are comfortable selves upper middle class, and 19 per- varied as widely as the core cost of living. using, and he talks about the middle cent consider themselves lower middle Therefore, an income designation, for exam- class a lot when he talks about small class. So you have this outstandingly ple, linked to the U.S. Census Bureau defini- business and working men and women. high percentage of 92 percent of Ameri- tion of median or mean income for an indi- vidual or family, would no longer work as a So we have heard a lot about the mid- cans who consider themselves some- thing other than upper class or lower means of defining with precision who was or dle class. So I wish to concentrate on class. was not middle class. that. Since we are examining Senator In other words, individuals or families in My discussion today will focus on tax New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Fran- MCCAIN’s and Senator OBAMA’s tax policy. But to get a handle on what is cisco, Boston or other high-cost urban areas plans, it is fair to ask about their defi- and is not middle-class relief, we need could earn three times the median or mean nition of middle class. family income and still feel strapped by to see if we can define the term ‘‘mid- On August 16 of this year, Senator dle class.’’ Today I think we need to month-to-month costs. MCCAIN appeared on Pastor Rick War- In other words, middle class status seemed get answers to several questions as we ren’s forum at Saddleback Church in over time to be less rooted in specific income try to get to the bottom line of where Albuquerque, NM. Pastor Warren asked figures, but regional differences in income Senators MCCAIN and OBAMA are on Senator MCCAIN to draw a line, in tax and cost-of-living. It also seemed to reflect a middle-class tax relief. relief dollar terms, between the middle sense among politicians and some econo- The first question would be: What is mists that ‘‘middle class’’ is not just a mat- class and the rich. Senator MCCAIN’s ter of figures, but also a state of mind. the definition of ‘‘middle class’’? To answer reflects the ambiguity of the get at this question, we need to see At my suggestion, my colleague Bill factcheck.org definition. I quote Sen- Hemmer was kind of enough to ask Sen. what the two candidates say about who ator MCCAIN: Barack Obama in London how he defined the is in the middle class and how their I think the rich should be defined by a middle class. plan defines the middle class. home, a good job, an education and the abil- Here is the transcript of that exchange: HEMMER: You mentioned the economy. The second question would be: Where ity to hand our children a more prosperous You travel back to the U.S. this weekend. are Senators MCCAIN and OBAMA on the and safer world than the one we inherited. current law of middle-class tax relief So if you’re just talking about income— You’re going back to a country with a limp- that is set to expire. I am referring to ing economy, ‘‘ailing,’’ I think, is one of the Then on television there was kind of words The Economist used at the end of last the family tax relief provisions that a laugh and smile at that point— week. expire at the beginning of 2011 and the how about $5 million? No, but seriously, I You have suggested that taxes will be alternative minimum tax fix. don’t think you can. I don’t think seriously raised on some Americans. You have also

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suggested that taxes will be lowered for some middle class. Senator OBAMA defines The AMT patch relief conforms to Americans. In a limping or an ailing econ- middle class as everyone below $150,000. polling data on how Americans define omy, why raise taxes on anyone? Senator OBAMA defines as a neutral themselves. The AMT patch problem OBAMA: Well, the—because we also have a that the patch remedies spreads across $400 billion or so budget deficit, because area those earning between $150,000 and we’ve also got to invest in infrastructure. $250,000. Senator OBAMA defines fami- a broad swath of American taxpayers, We’ve got to deal with the fact that a lot lies earning above $250,000 as upper as we saw from the chart. more people are unemployed and are going to class. Senator MCCAIN’s second major tax need unemployment benefits. We’ve got to Now that we have the stated defini- relief proposal would build upon the al- shore up the housing market because people tions of middle class, let’s take a look ternative minimum tax fix. Senator are experiencing foreclosures. at where Senators MCCAIN and OBAMA MCCAIN would extend the alternative And that’s why I’ve structured a change in would change the current family tax minimum tax fix and enlarge it, start- the tax code where if you are making $150,000 rate. If you take a look at Senator ing in the year 2013. Under Senator a year or less, you’re getting a tax cut, 95 percent of the American families will get a MCCAIN’s plan, you can get a handle of MCCAIN’s plan, we would start to re- tax cut. where he wants to cut middle-class duce the reach of the alternative min- HEMMER: What do you consider . . . taxes. In effect, you can get an idea of imum tax by expanding the patch by 5 OBAMA: And the people who are going to where Senator MCCAIN believes further percent per year on top of the increase see their income taxes raised, go up, are middle-class tax relief ought to go. in exemption amount of the patch for making more than $250,000 a year. So you Senator MCCAIN would lower current inflation. That proposal would provide and I will pay a little bit more in taxes be- law levels of taxation in two widely ap- more relief to some of the 4 million cause we can afford it. And what that allows families currently paying the alter- us to do is to help the vast majority of plicable proposals. The first would dou- Americans who are really hurting in this ble the dependent personal exemption native minimum tax. economy. for a family of four. This relief would If we step back and take a look, we HEMMER: I know we’re pushed for time. apply to taxpayers with incomes up to see that Senator MCCAIN would further Can you give me a definition of the middle $120,000. This new tax relief would be reduce regular taxes for families be- class based on income, within a range? phased out for those families between tween $32,000 and $120,000. Again, we OBAMA: You know, what I would say is, if have up the same chart. Senator you are making more than $250,000, then $50,000 and $120,000. I have a chart that MCCAIN would extend the AMT patch you’re more than middle class. You’re doing shows which groups of families would better. If you are making less than $250,000, be affected by Senator MCCAIN’s tax and gradually enhance it, and most of then you are definitely somewhere in the proposal. It is called the regular tax, the families who would benefit from middle class. between $32,000 and $132,000, by increas- the AMT patch have incomes between And if you’re making $150,000 or less, then ing the dependent personal exemption $50,000 on the low end and $200,000 on I think most Americans would agree that from $3,500 to $7,000. the high. So it looks as if Senator you’re middle class. So that’s why the fact MCCAIN’s operational definition of mid- that if you are making less than $250,000, you The other area of family tax relief that Senator MCCAIN is targeting is re- dle class probably conforms to the defi- will not see your taxes go up under an nition that we find in public opinion Obama administration. And you will get tax lief from the alternative minimum tax. cuts and more money in your pocket if you During the last couple of weeks, the polls. Senator OBAMA’s stated definition of make less $150,000. House and Senate have debated AMT the middle class, in terms of further I think that’s the right way to promote the extension bills. Take a look at the CON- tax relief, consists of taxpayers earning kind of bottom-up economic growth that’s GRESSIONAL RECORD and examine the going to make a difference in people’s lives. under $150,000. Let’s take a look at how debate. If you do, you will see nearly Here is how the government tabulates two his plan would operate. Senator OBAMA all the Democrats and most Repub- different types of mid-point incomes in used a different definition of middle licans in both bodies describe the over- America. The Census Bureau calculates me- class in contrasting his tax relief plan dian income (the precise mid-point between reach of the alternative minimum tax with that of Senator MCCAIN. Here is all tabulated incomes) and the mean income as a middle-class family tax problem. If what Senator OBAMA’s campaign said: (the average of all the tabulated incomes) of the AMT patch is almost universally According to the Tax Policy Center, the families and individuals. The figures below defined as middle-class tax relief, then are for families and individuals for 2006. Obama plan provides three times as much Income of family households in U.S. in 2006 a fair question is: Who benefits from tax relief for middle-class families as the (most recent year available)Median: $59,894 this fix? McCain plan. Mean: $77,315 I have a chart that shows this. The Behind that claim is a comparison of (Source: Census Bureau: Income, Poverty, chart refers to a Joint Committee on the Tax Policy Center analysis of Sen- and Health Insurance Coverage in the United Taxation analysis of the last fix that ators MCCAIN’s and OBAMA’s plans, pro- States: 2006, http://www.census.gov/prod/ became law, meaning the 2007 alter- 2007pubs/p60–233.pdf and Current Population posals on families in the middle-in- native minimum tax fix. You can see come quintile. The middle-income Survey: Annual Social and Economic (ASEC) how it affected people in different cat- Supplement, http://pubdb3.census.gov/macro/ quintile refers to the middle 20 percent egories. You will see from the chart 032007/faminc/new07l000.htm) of all families in America. According Income of all households in U.S. in 2006 that the AMT patch benefited families to the Tax Policy Center, that band of (most recent year available)Median: $48,201 between $40,000 and $50,000 on the low income runs between $37,596 and $66,354. Mean: $66,570 end. And as we travel across the chart, I have a chart that depicts the band of (Source: Census Bureau: Income, Poverty, you will see the biggest category of income that would represent that mid- and Health Insurance Coverage in the United families benefiting to be in the $75,000 dle income. We would point here to States: 2006, http://www.census.gov/prod/ to $100,000 category and the $100,000 to 2007pubs/p60–233.pdf and Current Population Senator OBAMA’s tax relief down there, Survey: Annual Social and Economic (ASEC) $200,000 category. Roughly half the the light blue, between $37,000 and the Supplement, http://pubdb3.census.gov/macro/ families benefiting, over 9 million, $66,000 figures. As we can see, this is a 032007/hhinc/new06l000.htm) earned between $100,000 and $200,00. On much smaller group, 20 percent of the So, the question I set before those of you the higher end, we find about half a population topping out a bit above who wish to discuss and debate are these: million families earning between $66,000 a year income. That is far below what is the middle class; are you in the mid- $200,000 and $500,000 also benefited from the $150,000 and $250,000 figures Senator dle class; have you always been there and do making sure that the alternative min- you ever imagine you live better than ‘‘mid- OBAMA mentioned in the Fox News dle class’’; and to what extent does your con- imum tax doesn’t hit middle-income interview I placed in the RECORD. ception of ‘‘middle class’’ affect your view on people, a group of people who could be On the AMT patch, Senator OBAMA how high taxes should be which income cat- hit if Congress didn’t fix it from year supports his words ‘‘fiscally respon- egory. to year so that they didn’t get hit. This sible’’ AMT reform, whatever that Let the discussion and debate begin. year that number is 23 million people vague concept means. Unlike Senator Mr. GRASSLEY. Senator MCCAIN who would get hit if the Senate hadn’t MCCAIN, Senator OBAMA conditions ex- doesn’t adopt a sharp line definition of passed the bill we did last week. tension of the AMT patch on his notion

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In addition, an- passed strictly on party-line votes by a statement that he supports fiscally re- other provision increased the annual Democratic majority and signed into sponsible AMT reform. But for the sake limit on contributions to education law by President Clinton, did even a lot of comparison, at least until 2013, the IRAs from $500 a year to $2,000 a year. more damage to the alternative min- two candidates seem to be targeting I believe it is useful to look at where imum tax. the same middle-class family popu- the candidates have been with respect In the 1993 tax bill, the exemption lation. I depicted that band of middle- to their positions on middle-class tax level was increased to $33,750 for indi- class tax relief on the chart, as we can relief. Senator MCCAIN has consistently viduals and $45,000 for joint returns, see. supported middle-class tax relief in his but this was accompanied by yet great When we look at how both plans op- Senate career. As far as I am aware, increases beyond what was already in erate, Senator MCCAIN’s plan targets Senator MCCAIN has never voted to law. Importantly, as in previous bills new regular family tax relief at mid- raise taxes on middle-income families. related to the AMT, these exemption dle-class families between $32,000 and Senator MCCAIN helped prevent tax in- amounts were not indexed for inflation. $120,000. Senator OBAMA targets new creases on middle-income families in By the way, the 1993 tax increase was regular family tax relief at middle- 2004 by voting for the Working Fami- passed on strictly party-line votes, class families between $38,000 and lies Tax Relief Act of 2004. Senator with the Democrats supplying the ma- $66,000. Both candidates target the MCCAIN’s budget votes have consist- jority. same population for AMT patch exten- ently provided room for the extension Once again, graduated rates were in- sion. Senator MCCAIN proposes addi- of the lower income tax rates as well as troduced, except this time they were 26 tional alternative minimum tax relief suspension of the harmful PEP and percent and 28 percent. By tinkering by expanding the AMT patch in the PEASE provisions that are now being with the rate, as well as the exemption year 2013 and beyond. phased out because of the 2001 tax bill. level of the AMT, these bills were only Let’s turn to the second question. In addition, Senator MCCAIN has been doing what Congress has been doing on The question is, How will Senators consistently a supporter of even the re- a bipartisan basis for almost 40 years, MCCAIN and OBAMA deal with middle- peal of those two provisions. which is to undertake a wholly inad- class family tax relief that will expire? On the other hand, Senator OBAMA equate approach to the problem that The bipartisan tax cuts, from 2001 and voted for the Democratic budget and keeps getting bigger. By ‘‘problem’’ I 2003, provide a very large amount of the budget conference report this year mean taxing middle-income people by tax relief to middle-class families. So that did not provide room to protect the alternative minimum tax—a class the question is, Should we allow this Americans in the 25-, 28-, 33-, and 35- of people whom it was never supposed tax relief to expire, as it will at the end percent tax brackets from being hit to apply to. of 2010? And if Congress doesn’t do any- with this tax increase that will auto- Aside from this futile tinkering I thing, as you have heard me say, we matically happen at the end of 2010 be- suggested from the 1993 bill, Congress— will get the biggest tax increase in the cause of sunsets. So we get, as I said and, of course, we have tinkered with history of the country without even a once before, the biggest tax increase in the AMT over the years to keep it from vote of Congress because that is what the history of the country, without a hitting additional middle class—Con- sunsets do. You go back to old law. vote of Congress. gress has in other circumstances com- These 2001 and 2003 bipartisan tax cuts According to the IRS, single individ- pletely ignored the impact of tax legis- are set to expire at the end of 2010. If uals falling within the 25-percent lation on taxpayers caught by the these tax cuts are extended, then in bracket in 2008 start at taxable income AMT. In the 1990s, a series of tax cred- 2011 a married couple making $50,000 of more than $32,550. They earn taxable its, such as the child tax credit and the with two children would save an aver- income of no more than $78,850. Singles lifetime learning credit, were adopted age of $2,300 on their tax bill. It is clear in the 28-percent bracket will earn tax- without any regard to the AMT. The enough. I don’t have to dwell on what able income of more than $78,850 or less AMT limited the use of nonrefundable the chart says. If we don’t do anything than $164,550. credits, and that did not change. for this class of taxpayers, the tax bill Senator OBAMA said in the Presi- However, Congress quickly realized is going to go up $2,300 per year. dential candidates’ September 26, 2008, the ridiculousness of this situation and Likewise, you can take any class of debate he would not raise taxes a dime waived the AMT disallowance of non- people, but let’s look at a single mom on people making under $250,000. But refundable personal credits, but it only with two kids who makes $30,000 a his two budget votes in 2008 do not pro- did it through the year 1998. In 1999, the year. She would save an average of vide room for him to keep that prom- issue again had to be dealt with. The $1,100 off of her tax bill in 2011, if the ise. In fact, he could not even make Congress passed the Taxpayer Refund 2001 and 2003 tax cuts are extended—the good on that promise to those singles and Relief Act of 1999. In the Senate, same wall only with different figures. making over $32,550 on taxable income only Republicans voted for the bill. The 2001 and 2003 bipartisan tax relief based on the Democratic budget he That bill included a provision to fi- bills provide much needed tax relief, al- voted for. nally repeal the alternative minimum most all of which is scheduled to expire Instead, these taxpayers with over tax that was on the books from 1969 to by the end of 2010. This bipartisan tax $32,550 in taxable income would be hit that point. Senator MCCAIN voted in relief doubled the child tax credit, al- with a hidden marginal tax rate in- favor of this bill to repeal the AMT. lowed this child tax credit to be used crease in the PEP and PEASE cat- However, then-President Clinton ve- against any AMT liability, and made a egories as well as a transparent mar- toed the bill. So we still continued to large portion of this child tax credit re- ginal tax rate increase according to the have the alternative minimum tax. fundable. This bipartisan tax relief also budget that Senator OBAMA voted for. Later on, in 1999, an extenders bill, permanently extended the adoption tax I turn now to the harmful alternative including a fix good through 2001, was credit and increased the credit to minimum tax, or the AMT. Both par- enacted which held harmless AMT for a $10,000 per child. This bipartisan tax re- ties agree the AMT is a tax on the mid- little while longer. lief also increased the dependent care dle class that the middle class should In 2001, we departed from these tem- credit to a maximum of $6,000. In addi- never have to pay. Why it hits them— porary piecemeal solutions to fix the tion, it also provided tax relief from and they should never have to pay it— AMT through the tax bill of 2001. That the marriage penalty. This bipartisan and why Congress takes corrective ac- bill permanently allowed the child tax

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While this Senator MCCAIN supported the 2008 provided by the doubling of the depend- was certainly not a complete solution, Republican budget that provided simi- ent exemption would be in addition to it was a step in the right direction. lar revenue room for the AMT. tax relief provided by the alternative More importantly, the 2001 bill was a Therefore, when looking at each can- minimum tax patch and extension of bipartisan effort to stop the further in- didate’s voting record, the conclusion the 2001 and 2003 tax cuts. trusion of the alternative minimum that becomes apparent is Senator Now, let’s look at Senator OBAMA. He tax hitting the middle class. The pack- MCCAIN has been much more sup- has said he is in favor of extending age Senator BAUCUS and I put together portive of middle-class tax relief than what he calls the Bush tax cuts, except effectively prevented inflation from Senator OBAMA. for those Americans who make over pulling anyone else into the AMT I will now turn to that third and final $250,000 a year. As I have mentioned be- through the year 2005. question I posed at the beginning of my fore, these should not be referred to as Our friends in the House originally remarks: What new proposals do the the ‘‘Bush tax cuts,’’ because if Presi- wanted to enact a hold harmless only candidates offer on middle-class tax re- dent Bush had gotten his way in 2001, through the end of 2001. But the final lief? We are going to move from the ac- they would have been much more than compromise bill signed by the Presi- tions of the candidates and look, in- what they were. So Senator BAUCUS dent increased the AMT exemption stead, at their words and what we can and I sat down in 2001. We were the amount through 2005. Since the 2001 tax anticipate on whoever is sworn in on leaders of the Finance Committee, as relief bill, the Finance Committee has January 20 next year. we are still; in his case, the chairman produced bipartisan packages to con- Let’s take a look at Senator now, and I am ranking Republican. We tinue to increase exemption amounts MCCAIN’s tax plan. Senator MCCAIN worked on a bipartisan basis and did to keep taxpayers ahead of inflation, proposes to extend all of the 2001 and something significantly different than including the bill of 2005. Most cur- 2003 bipartisan tax relief. In other what President Bush wanted to do. rently, the 2007 AMT patch was ex- words, for the most part, it seems to Regardless, Senator OBAMA says he tended in late 2007. Hopefully, the me you can say Senator MCCAIN does would extend all of the 2001 and 2003 bi- House will go along with what we did not want to increase taxes, by keeping partisan tax relief for those making last week, and we will extend that the present tax policy basically where $250,000 or less. This includes the provi- through 2008. it has been, at least as far as not sion I discussed above regarding the These packages put together since sunsetting in 2010 what we did in 2001 2001 and 2003 bipartisan tax relief, in- 2001 are very unique in that they are and 2003 and, hence, not get the biggest cluding lowering some of the marginal the first sustained attempt undertaken tax increase in the history of the coun- tax rates, providing marriage penalty by Congress to stem the spread of the try, without even a vote of Congress, relief and doubling the amount of the AMT through inflation, hitting the because that is what happens when child tax credit to $1,000 per child. middle class who was never intended to those tax provisions expire. Also, that Although Senator OBAMA’s voting be hit. is where you go back to that family of record might indicate otherwise, Sen- Now, admittedly, these were nothing four getting a $2,300 tax increase on a ator OBAMA claims that he is in favor but short-term fixes. But they illus- married couple making $50,000. Like- of ‘‘fiscally responsible AMT reform.’’ trate a comprehension of the AMT in- wise, a single mom with two kids who The Tax Policy Center assumes this flation problem and what needs to be makes $30,000 a year would save an av- means using the alternative minimum done to solve it. erage of $1,100 if the 2001 and 2003 tax tax patch and indexing that patch for I now look at how the candidates cuts are extended. Now, we have gone inflation to prevent more middle-class have voted with respect to the AMT. through those figures before, but they Americans from being hit by the AMT Senator MCCAIN has consistently voted are up here on the chart so you can re- each year. to protect Americans from the alter- call what I previously had said. But I Senator OBAMA is proposing a new native minimum tax. Senator MCCAIN think it is necessary to emphasize it $500 tax credit called the making work voted for the Tax Refund and Rec- because that is exactly what is going pay credit that has the effect of ex- onciliation Act of 1999, which con- to happen at the end of 2010 if Congress empting the first $8,100 of earnings tained a proposal to completely phase does not step in and keep the American from the Social Security tax. He also out the AMT. In fact, in the Senate, people, but, more importantly, the proposes a credit of up to $800 equal to that conference report passed on Re- American economy, from being harmed 10 percent of the mortgage interest publican votes only, including Senator by the biggest tax increase in the his- paid by Americans who do not itemize MCCAIN’s. In 2001, when the AMT patch tory of the country without a vote of deductions. began, Senator MCCAIN supported the the Congress. Senator OBAMA also proposes turning Senate version of the tax relief bill In addition, Senator MCCAIN proposes the current nonrefundable saver’s tax that patched the AMT for a longer pe- additional AMT relief by expanding the credit into a refundable credit, and the riod of time. Moreover, Senator AMT patch in 2013 by indexing the maximum credit for a married couple MCCAIN voted for the Tax Increase Pre- patch by an additional 5 percent per is $500. vention and Reconciliation Act of 2005 year in addition to the indexing done Senator OBAMA proposes to rename and later bills that extended the AMT for inflation, until the joint exemption the HOPE and lifetime learning credit patch. amount is $143,000, at which time the by calling it the American opportunity In stark contrast to Senator patch would only be indexed for infla- tax credit. In addition, he would like to MCCAIN’s voting record of providing re- tion. Therefore, those families making increase the maximum amount of this lief from the AMT, Senator OBAMA $143,000 and below would eventually be refundable credit from $1,800 to $4,000 voted against the AMT patch contained exempt from the AMT, and this $143,000 and to make the credit refundable. in the Tax Increase Prevention and amount would be indexed for inflation. Finally, Senator OBAMA claims he Reconciliation Act of 2005. Also, Sen- Senator MCCAIN would also double wants to expand the earned-income tax ator OBAMA opposed Republican budg- the dependent exemption from the cur- credit in various ways. He also claims ets in 2005 and 2006 that provided rev- rent amount of $3,500 to $7,000. Senator he wants to expand the child and de- enue room for the AMT patch. Senator MCCAIN proposes to do this by increas- pendent care credit by making it re- OBAMA supported the 2007 Democratic ing the dependent exemption by $500 fundable. budget that omitted any revenue room each year beginning in 2010, until it I turn now to examine whether Sen- for such an AMT patch. In 2008, Sen- reaches that $7,000 by the year 2016. ator MCCAIN’s and Senator OBAMA’s ator OBAMA supported the Democratic Therefore, this would provide signifi- promises regarding middle-class tax re- budget that, for the first time in this cant additional tax savings for any lief are realistic. Even if we assume

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As history has shown us, the rent law. I have used this chart before fice uses. Therefore, Senator OBAMA is largest tax increases come when Demo- in my speeches. I won’t go into detail, proposing tax and spending programs crats control the House, the Senate, but you can see the Obama plan is the that would increase the deficit by $6.5 and the Presidency, and you see it at top red line there which says how much trillion before even considering the the top of the thermometer there. The it would lose. As I mentioned in a pre- cost of interest resulting from such an lowest levels of taxation happen when vious speech, this $2.9 trillion figure in- astronomical addition to our national you have a Republican President and accurately assumes that Senator debt. Therefore, Senator OBAMA pro- you have a Republican Congress. As OBAMA’s plan will be partially offset by poses to increase the national debt by you look at the bottom, the figures ap- $925 billion in revenue raisers. The Tax a whopping $1.3 trillion more than Sen- pear at the bottom of the thermom- Policy Center refers to Senator ator MCCAIN over that next 10-year pe- eter. OBAMA’s $925 billion number as an ‘‘un- riod. We need to carefully scrutinize Sen- verifiable campaign-provided revenue A portion of Senator OBAMA’s March ator OBAMA’s claims that Senator estimate.’’ As I mentioned in that pre- 13, 2006, speech regarding fiscal respon- MCCAIN wouldn’t provide any tax relief vious speech, a more realistic estimate sibility is posted on his campaign Web at all for 100 million Americans, citing of revenue raisers over 10 years is ap- site. A portion of this speech states: the IRS statistics of income tax stats. proximately $220 billion, meaning Sen- If Washington were serious about honest Moreover, Senator OBAMA has criti- ator OBAMA’s tax plan would actually tax relief in this country, we would see an ef- cized Senator MCCAIN’s tax relief plan lose another $705 billion in revenue. fort to reduce our national debt by returning by saying that Senator MCCAIN’s plan Therefore, the total revenue lost from to responsible fiscal policies. would not provide any direct tax cut Senator OBAMA’s plan is not $2.9 tril- Senator OBAMA’s proposal to increase other than increasing the dependent lion over 10 years but instead is ap- the national debt by $6.5 trillion is in- exemption. Even the nominally non- proximately $3.6 trillion over 10 years. consistent with his statement regard- partisan Tax Policy Center states that The figure for Senator MCCAIN’s plan ing a return to fiscally responsible pol- Senator MCCAIN would provide tax cuts is higher. As my colleagues can see, the icy. for all Americans, as did the 2001 and Tax Policy Center shows Senator Even if he really did want to provide 2003 bipartisan tax relief packages. MCCAIN’s plan to prevent widespread the tax relief he is promising, would a EXHIBIT 1 tax increases would lose revenue of $4.2 Democratic Congress let Senator Q: Is there a standard, accepted definition trillion over 10 years. In addition, as I OBAMA make good on most of his prom- of what constitutes the ‘‘middle class’’? mentioned in my prior remarks to the ises that would provide middle-class Is there a standard, accepted definition of Senate, Senator MCCAIN’s proposal as- tax relief? Also, would a Democratic what constitutes the ‘‘middle class’’? Politi- sumes revenue raisers of $365 billion. If Congress fight attempts by Senator cians are fond of talking about how the mid- dle class will be affected by policies and we net that $365 billion number against MCCAIN to enact the tax relief pro- posals he has made? laws, but rarely do they define who is actu- the known revenue raisers number of ally part of that group. $220 billion, we find that Senator Similar promises to those made by A: No, there isn’t. ‘‘Middle class’’ means MCCAIN’s plan is short of revenue rais- Senator OBAMA were made by can- different things to different people—and poli- ers by $145 billion. Therefore, adding didate Clinton in 1992. Candidate Clin- ticians. this $145 billion to the revenue loss of ton said taxes wouldn’t be raised on There is no standard definition, and in $4.2 trillion that the Tax Policy Center people making under $200,000 a year. fact, an overwhelming majority of Ameri- cans say they are ‘‘middle class’’ or ‘‘upper- estimates for Senator MCCAIN’s tax re- However, President Clinton then raised taxes on everyone making $20,000 and middle class’’ or ‘‘working class’’ in public lief plan results in total revenue loss of opinion polls. Hardly anybody considers $4.3 trillion. over in 1993. themselves ‘‘lower class’’ or ‘‘upper class’’ in The National Taxpayers Union, also Perhaps Senator OBAMA would be America. referred to around here as the NTU, is able to provide some of the tax relief It’s possible to come up with a definition of a nonpartisan public policy research he has been promising but only to what constitutes ‘‘middle income,’’ but it organization. The NTU’s analysis, up- those Americans falling within his nar- will depend on how large a slice of the mid- dated September 25, 2008, says that row version of the middle class, stop- dle one prefers. If we look at U.S. Census Bu- Senator MCCAIN’s plan would include ping at individuals making $66,000 or reau statistics, which divide household in- new spending of $92.4 billion per year. less, that he has been using in his cam- come into quintiles, we could say that the ‘‘middle’’ quintile, or 20 percent, might be According to the NTU, this would re- paign ads stating that he will provide the ‘‘middle’’ class. In 2006, the average in- sult in spending increases of $924 bil- three times more tax breaks than Sen- come for households in that middle group lion over 10 years. Adding this $924 bil- ator MCCAIN. Senator OBAMA has was $48,561 and the upper limit was $60,224. lion in estimated new spending to the changed his definition of the middle But we could just as reasonably use another revenue loss from Senator MCCAIN’s class from $250,000 and below in his Census figure, median family income. In 2006, tax plan, this results in a total of $5.2 public statements to those making the median—or ‘‘middle’’—income for a fam- trillion of revenue loss, plus spending $66,000 and below in his campaign ads ily of four was $70,354. Half of all four-person families made more; half made less. for Senator MCCAIN’s plan. and on his campaign Web site. This is Journalist Chris Baker examined the am- Now let’s look at Senator OBAMA’s definitely a change, but if you make biguous meaning of the term ‘‘middle class’’ tax and spending plans. Would Senator more than $66,000, I wouldn’t think this in a 2003 Washington Times story. He, too, OBAMA’s Democratic colleagues who is a change you would ever want to be- found no generally accepted definition, but have an obsession with pay-as-you-go lieve in. One man’s change is another he did get this broad one from Jared Bern- on the tax side but not on the spending man’s flip-flop. stein, an economist at the liberal Economic side, including House Blue Dog Demo- Considering the history when the Policy Institute: ‘‘There are working fami- crats, go along with increasing the def- Democratic Party has had control of lies who can pay their bills, but they have to icit approximately $3.6 trillion by Sen- the House, the Senate, and the Presi- really think about such minimal expendi- tures as picking up a pizza after work, going ator OBAMA’s proposed tax cuts? This is dency—and I am going to put my ther- to the movies, making a long-distance tele- even before taking into account the mometer chart back up here—consid- phone call. They may have some invest- spending increases Senator OBAMA is ering the history of when the Demo- ments, but they depend on each paycheck for proposing. cratic Party had control of the House, their well-being.’’

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That lasted for nearly 80 lic Health and National Public Radio asked Today it is up over 300 points as I years, until 1999, when it was repealed. 1,527 adults what income level makes a fam- speak. There was a story this morning in a ily of four middle class. About 60 percent We have gone through a very difficult Wisconsin newspaper quoting me and said a family earning $50,000 or $60,000 fit quoting my late colleague, Paul that description. But 42 percent answered an time for a long period of time in this income of $40,000 and 48 percent said $80,000 country. I wish to talk about the Wellstone, who sat at the end of that were both middle class. causes of it and the consequences of it. row. We both spoke on the Senate Other polls suggest that 90 percent or more I am not going to, as some do, come to floor. There were eight of us who op- of Americans consider themselves to be the floor to describe one party or an- posed the Financial Modernization Act, ‘‘middle class’’ or ‘‘upper-middle class’’ or other that is responsible for this or they called it, because they always ‘‘working class.’’ An April 2007 poll by CBS wrap bad things in good names. The Fi- News found that of 994 adults surveyed only that. I don’t think that is particularly 2 percent said they were ‘‘upper class,’’ and 7 helpful today. But I do wish to say nancial Modernization Act, what a mis- percent said they were ‘‘lower class.’’ In an- that, tracking back to a couple of sig- named act, but it repealed the Glass- other poll, taken by Gallup/USA Today in nificant events—one in 1999 when the Steagall Act. It set the stage for large May 2006, 1 percent said they were ‘‘upper Congress, without my support, passed a financial holding companies. It set the class,’’ and 6 percent said they were ‘‘lower piece of legislation that essentially re- stage for banks to be engaged in more class.’’ Interestingly, since 12.3 percent of pealed what is called the Glass- risk. They said: We have to do this to Americans were living below the official fed- move forward. Senator Phil Gramm ac- eral poverty level in 2006, these poll findings Steagall Act. This legislation was put suggest many who are officially poor still in place by Franklin Delano Roosevelt tually led the charge. Gramm-Leach- consider themselves to be ‘‘middle class’’ or during the Great Depression to protect Bliley was the name. Modernization ‘‘working class.’’ banks and depositors by separating they called it. So what do politicians mean when they say Some of us said it was going to be an banks from riskier enterprises of real ‘‘the middle class’’? Good question. Each pol- unbelievable debacle. Here are a couple estate and securities—I pulled out itician may be talking about a different things I said when it passed the Senate some of Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s group of Americans, but the message many the first time: voters hear is that the politician is talking radio addresses. about them. Here is an address he made in 1933. As I say to the people who own banks, if you For example, Democratic presidential can- want to gamble, go to Las Vegas. If you want my colleagues know, this is a President to trade in derivatives, God bless you, do it didate John Edwards calls for ‘‘tax breaks to who had to confront the Great Depres- honor and strengthen three pillars of Amer- with your own money. Do not do it through ica’s middle class: savings, work, and fami- sion, and here is what he said: the deposits guaranteed by the American lies.’’ One of his proposals is to expand a tax We had a bad banking situation. Some of people. credit to give dollar-for-dollar matches on our bankers have shown themselves either Further, I said on the same day on savings up to $500 a year. Some version of incompetent or dishonest in their handling the floor of the Senate: that credit would be available to families of the people’s funds. They had used the This bill will, in my judgment, raise the earning up to $75,000. money entrusted to them in speculations and likelihood of future massive taxpayer bail- Republican candidate Mitt Romney, mean- unwise loans. This was of course not true in outs. while, has proposed eliminating ‘‘taxes on the vast majority of our banks, but it was dividends, capital gains, and interest on mid- true in enough of them to shock the people I wish I had been wrong. I take no joy dle class families.’’ He defines ‘‘middle class’’ for a time into a sense of insecurity . . . It in being right. as anyone with an adjusted gross income of was the government’s job to straighten out When the bill came back in Novem- under $200,000—and acknowledges that such a this situation and do it as quickly as pos- ber as a conference report and eight of proposal would affect ‘‘over 95 percent of sible . . . After all, there is an element in the us voted against it in 1999, I said: American families.’’—Lori Robertson readjustment of our financial system more Fusing together the idea of banking, which SOURCES important than currency, more important requires not just safety and soundness to U.S. Census Bureau. 2006 American Com- than gold, and that is the confidence of the be successful but the perception of safety munity Survey. Income tables, accessed 23 people. You people must have faith; you and soundness, with other inherently risky Jan. 2008. must not be stampeded by rumors or guesses. speculative activity is, in my judgment, NPR, the Kaiser Family Foundation, and Let us unite at banishing fear. We provided unwise... the Harvard School of Public Health. Survey: the machinery to restore our financial sys- Then I said on the same day in No- Public Views on SCHIP Reauthorization. tem. It is up to you to support it and make Survey conducted Oct. 8–13, 2007. 17 Oct. 2007. it work. vember 1999 before the vote: Survey by CBS News, April 9–April 12, 2007. That was Franklin Delano Roosevelt We will in 10 years time look back and say: Retrieved 23 Jan. 2008 from the iPOLL in 1933. In 1934, he said this: We should not have done that Databank, The Roper Center for Public Opin- Repeal Glass-Steagall— ion Research, University of Connecticut. The second step we have taken in the res- Survey by USA Today and Gallup Organi- toration of normal business enterprise has because we forgot the lessons of the past. zation, May 5–May 7, 2006. Retrieved 23 Jan. been to clean up thoroughly unwholesome What did we allow to happen as a re- 2008 from the iPOLL Databank, The Roper conditions in the field of investment. In this sult of all of this? We have seen today Center for Public Opinion Research, Univer- we have had assistance from many bankers a substantial amount of activity as a sity of Connecticut. and businessmen, most of whom recognize Baker, Chris. ‘‘What is middle class?; In- result of the collapse on Wall Street the past evils in the banking system, in the and in the banking industry. Here are come isn’t necessarily sole measure.’’ The sale of securities, in the deliberate encour- Washington Times, 30 Nov. 2003. agement of stock gambling, in the sale of un- just a few of the actions most recently. Mr. GRASSLEY. I yield the floor. sound mortgages and in many other ways in J.P. Morgan decided to buy Bear The PRESIDING OFFICER (Ms. which the public lost billions of dollars. Stearns because Bear Stearns was KLOBUCHAR). The Senator from North They saw that without changes in the poli- going to go belly up. And over a week- Dakota is recognized. cies and methods of investment there could end, they worked, and the Federal Re- Mr. DORGAN. Madam President, are be no recovery of public confidence in the se- serve Board and the Secretary of we in a period of morning business? curity of savings. Treasury said the taxpayers will put up The PRESIDING OFFICER. We are Sounds a little like today, although $29 billion so that J.P. Morgan can buy postcloture on the motion to concur. Franklin Delano Roosevelt then took Bear Stearns so Bear Stearns doesn’t THE ECONOMY very aggressive steps to say we are have to go belly up. Mr. DORGAN. Madam President, I going to separate banking from risk. I was looking in the Wall Street wish to talk about what is happening You are no longer going to be able to Journal today, and there is something

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Bank of America buys Merrill did the CEO of Merrill Lynch make last around speculating that no one can see, Lynch. Washington Mutual is put on year? He made $161 million for running no one knows who has it, where it is, top of J.P. Morgan Chase. Citigroup, a company that got into trouble and how much it is. yesterday, buys Wachovia. What we had to be purchased. I don’t under- This article is entitled ‘‘Too Much have done is continued to consolidate stand. Money Is Beyond Legal Reach,’’ from even bigger and bigger firms. These John Mack, Morgan Stanley—they the Wall Street Journal. It talks about three firms comprise almost one-third got into trouble—$41 million compensa- the ‘‘$1.9 trillion, almost all of it run of all the banking activity in America tion last year. Bear Stearns, the first company I out of the New York metropolitan now. Too big to fail? What is the an- mentioned, we had to arrange the pur- area, that sits in the Cayman Islands, a swer? Make them bigger. It doesn’t chase, the American taxpayers had to secrecy jurisdiction. And another $1.5 make any sense to me, but that is ex- put up $29 billion to guarantee it, and trillion is lodged in four other secrecy actly where it is going. the CEO of Bear Stearns made $34 mil- jurisdictions.’’ Let me describe what I think is no- Then they say: lion last year. fault capitalism. You have all this dark Lehman Brothers went belly up. The Most recently, two Bear Stearns hedge money, and what has happened is you funds, based in the Cayman Islands, but run CEO made $22 million last year. have had all of these fancy financial Washington Mutual went belly up. out of New York, collapsed without any engineers who have concocted in recent warning to its investors. Because of the loca- The CEO made $14 million last year. By tion of these financial institutions—in se- years since 1999—since the shackles the way, they just had a new CEO, or crecy jurisdiction, outside the U.S. safety were taken off to do whatever they did. He had been on the job 3 weeks and net of appropriate supervision—their des- want, by and large, and since this ad- signed a contract for a $7 million bonus perate financial condition went undetected ministration came to town bragging it for signing and a $12 million termi- until it was too late. wasn’t going to regulate. We hired the nation fee. I understand that has been You run the dark money through regulators, paid the regulators, but voided. But it just shows you the same hedge funds, through Bear Stearns, they boasted they were not interested money is ricocheting around in the through the Cayman Islands, it all goes in regulating anything. halls of these firms. belly up, no one even knows it is there. I am quoting Steven Pearlstein who AIG, Martin Sullivan—we had to bail Then we have to find in a weekend that wrote a terrific piece on this earlier out AIG he made $14 million last year. the American taxpayers should put up this year: The question is, Where is the dis- $29 billion so that J.P. Morgan can bail Wall Street has been brilliant at dreaming cipline? There is so much money rico- out a failed Bear Stearns. up other financial innovations that picked cheting around Wall Street from all of Madam President, $300 billion imme- up where junk bonds left off. These included these issues, and now we are told they diately following that was available to complex futures and derivatives contracts; all went sour. There are toxic, mort- investment banks that are unregulated loan syndication; securitization; credit de- gage-backed securities, and the Amer- because the Federal Reserve Board fault swaps; off-balance-sheet vehicles; ican taxpayers somehow have to come collateralized debt obligations . . . said: Investment banks can come to up with the money. our loan window and get loans directly And on and on. Let me talk for a moment about from the Federal Reserve Board. Never What happens is this financial engi- hedge funds. Warren Buffett once in the history of this country has that neering that was so brilliant put every- called hedge funds ‘‘financial weapons been allowed. Only FDIC-insured regu- body at risk—everybody. He says junk of mass destruction’’ because of the lated banks could do that. It is esti- bonds were the first. I know something damage they can do to Wall Street in mated that $300 billion in direct loans about junk bonds because I am the per- an instant. I just talked about some $20 from the window of the Federal Re- son who passed the legislation that million, $160 million for folks running serve Board went out to unregulated brought down that market on junk failed institutions. Let me talk about Wall Street firms. bonds when, in fact, Michael Milken, the big income earners. The big income Then bailing out Freddie and Fannie. sitting in his car in the morning riding earners were John Paulson. He was the J.P. Morgan Chase in Lehman financ- as a passenger, going to work at Drexel top of the heap last year. John Paulson ing. They have been around since the Burnham, was wearing a miner’s hat made $3.7 billion. That means when he Civil War and went belly up through with a lamp on it so he could study his came home from work and his wife bad investments. AIG, the insurance financial sheets. What he was doing is said, How did we do this month, sweet- company, goes belly up, and so there is creating junk bonds and parking them heart? he said: Well, we made $300 mil- an $85 billion loan provided by our Gov- in federally insured institutions. lion this month. Madam President, $3.7 ernment to prevent their failure. Why The hood ornament of the excess billion. Or perhaps he would say to his did they fail? We are told a small unit back in those days was that the Amer- spouse: I made $10 million today. That in England with about 375 employees ican taxpayers eventually ended up would be more accurate—$10 million a were engaged in something I will talk having to own and take possession of day. John Paulson was the top income about in a bit, credit default swaps, nonperforming junk bonds in one of earner last year. which is essentially a huge gamble, and America’s largest casinos. Think about How did he make that money? In a it pulled that whole company down, so the stupidity of all that. I passed the hedge fund he bet very big in the drop the Federal Government had to bail legislation that shut that down, so I of housing values and made $15 billion them out with $85 billion. And $50 bil- know about those excesses. for his hedge fund. By the way, he also lion has now been pledged as guaran- Now we have credit default swaps and hired former Federal Reserve Board tees for certain money market funds. CDOs and so many other exotic instru- Chairman Alan Greenspan as an ad- In recent days, Washington Mutual, a ments and, by the way, so complicated viser. Yes, that is the same Alan big bank, had to be taken over. Then in that a lot of people don’t even know Greenspan who was content to be an more recent days we have had what they are. Even those who have observer as this housing bubble burst, Wachovia bank subsumed. issued them cannot very easily under- as predatory lending existed, and all Here is what is happening. We have stand them. What they have done is these exotic instruments and all those all these financial institutions we are been able to hide risk, liabilities and mortgages I will talk about in a mo- told are too big to fail, which means we losses from investors. ‘‘They have ment were created and traded. Nothing

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Because here is a form of no-fault capitalism in will give you the money to make your first they were locking people into bad which a substantial amount of money 12 months’ payments if you call in the next mortgages—mortgages with teaser is paid to some who run these corpora- 7 days. We will pay it for you. Our loan pro- rates, very low, 2 percent in some tions right into the ground, run their gram may reduce your current monthly pay- cases, to be reset to a much higher rate ment by as much as 50 percent and allow you financial firms right into the ground no payments for the first 12 months. in 3 years—and then they would lock in with unbelievably risky bets on credit a prepayment penalty so you could Here is a mortgage company saying, default swaps, collateralized debt, in never get out of it. Or to get out you get a home mortgage from us and you which they back their balance sheet would have to pay a huge penalty. don’t have to make a payment for 12 with risk, in some cases even move it Then they would sell it upstream. As months. They didn’t, of course, say we offshore to tax haven countries at un- they sold it upstream, they would sell are going to put that on the back end believable risks, and then the Amer- a security that promised a 10-percent and that, ultimately, you will pay ican taxpayers are told: You know interest rate in 3 years with a prepay- more for that home, and we are going what. It didn’t work very well, and you ment penalty so it was unlikely the to increase the interest rate. need to pay for it. person could get out of it, and that se- Zoom Credit. I don’t know who the Let me go through the roots of this curity then had a higher yield. All CEO is or what he made, but here is situation. I have done this many times. these folks were amazed that they were what they said. But as people sit on the edge of the able to buy securities with such a won- chair watching what is happening to Credit approval is just seconds away. Get derful rate of return. the Dow Jones Industrial Average on the fast track at Zoom Credit. At the In the meantime, of course, it all col- speed of light, Zoom Credit will preapprove today, they need to understand what is you for a car loan, a home loan, or a credit lapsed. Because all those securities got the root rot that exists out there, what card. Even if your credit’s in the tank, Zoom out there on the balance sheets of is spoiled and rotten at the bottom. Credit’s like money in the bank. Zoom Cred- these companies buying these securi- Let me describe what happened. It is it specializes in credit repair and debt con- ties in the name of greed—big returns. not very complicated. solidations, too. Bankruptcy, slow credit, no Then it all turned sour and began to Almost every American has heard credit—who cares? smell like rotten fish, lying out there the radio and television ads over recent That is unbelievable, isn’t it? So we on the balance sheets, these nonper- years: You know what you really need had all these mortgages put out there, forming assets. It all turned sour. It to do is get a better home mortgage, and we had a lot of people buying began to pull under companies that and we have one for you. We will give them, and here is what would happen. were unwise enough to make these in- you a home mortgage where you get a Countrywide would get a broker. They vestments, and they were companies 2-percent interest rate. Yes, that is would sell somebody one of these mort- all over the country. right. Sounds unbelievable; it is not. gages—perhaps call them at home at I mentioned some of the ways they We will give you a 2-percent interest night and say: You want to cut your did it. This is describing part of it. No rate on your home mortgage. We are home mortgage payment by two- documentation loans, low documenta- not going to tell you, at least not very thirds? We have a good deal for you. So tion loans. Even as we talk about its loudly, that it is going to reset in 3 they would go to Countrywide, they impact on the economy, if you think years to 10 percent, but we can get you would securitize the loan, package this has stopped, it has not. There is a in at 2 percent. And by the way, home them together with other loans into credit lockup in this country, they say. values are increasing. Get this loan at what is called a security, and then they Probably so, in some areas. But I went 2 percent, cut your monthly mortgage would sell it upstream. They would put to the Internet a couple days ago and I payment by two-thirds, and then, if 3 good loans in with bad loans, subprime found, under a search for a no doc in- years from now you can’t pay the reset with regular. They would cut them, come loans, I found 325 different places mortgage, you can sell the house. Be- slice them and dice them and hedge on the Internet that provide these kind tween now and then, you will make a funds and investment banks and others of home loans right now: No credit lot of money anyway because home would buy them. They didn’t have the check. Bad credit loans. values are continuing to go up. That foggiest idea what they were doing. By It has not yet stopped. Here is part of was the sales pitch. the way, the rating companies were what I found on the Internet. So here is what happened all around rating these as pretty good securities. Easy loan for you. Do you have bad credit? this country. Here is Countrywide So everybody was fat and happy and Get approved today. mortgage bank. They were purchased. making lots of money. You can go find that on the Internet They were run by a guy named Mozilo. Now, the result is that all these com- right now. Here is another one you can He was given the Horatio Alger Award. panies—and Wachovia is a good exam- find on the Internet right now: Barron’s named him one of the 30 most ple because Wachovia was bought by speedybadcreditloans.com. Think of respected CEOs in America. In 2006, he Citigroup yesterday. Wachovia bought that. How unbelievably ignorant, made $142 million. As he was touting a company called Golden West about a speedybadcreditloans. When we face his company’s stock, the New York year and a half ago, and Golden West the crisis we now face because of this Times reports he was selling $130 mil- was putting out these options mort- unparalleled greed and the toxic mort- lion of his company’s stock, even as he gages. By the way, these are mortgages gage-backed securities that exist on was describing what a wonderful stock in which they advertise, we will give the balance sheets of all these compa- it was. you a no documentation mortgage. You nies, threatening to bring down these But here is what Countrywide said. don’t have to document your income. corporations, and they are still selling They were advertising: Or we will give you a no doc or low doc them. Do you have less than perfect credit? Do loan. No doc meaning you don’t have to SpeedyBadCreditLoans. Bad credit, no you have late mortgage payments? Have you document how much money you make. problem. No credit, no problem. Bankruptcy, been denied by other lenders? Call us. They also say that if you can’t pay no problem. That is their advertisement. If you all your principal, that is okay. You I think I have described what has put have bad credit, call us. We will give can pay a part of the principal of the out a substantial amount of toxic in- you a loan. The biggest mortgage bank mortgage. Or you don’t have to pay vestments throughout this country,

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I hope now those derivative trading. We have been told you talking about available credit, who are going to put together some there is somewhere around $62 trillion talking about what you could find on changes to that plan—I assume there in notional value of credit default the Internet. You showed these adver- will be some changes, and I do support swaps out in this country. Most people tisements where people are still in the some of the discussion today about in- think that sounds like a foreign lan- business of trying to sucker Americans creasing the size of bank accounts that guage. They wouldn’t even know what into buying things they cannot afford are FDIC insured from $100,000 to it is. It is an unbelievable amount of and vice versa, those companies that $250,000. If we had changed that over insurance out there against securities are treating our Americans who cannot time for the value of money, it would that have become toxic—securities afford things as suckers and getting be well over $200,000 now. So I believe it that are lying and smelling, fouling in them in and telling them to buy things would be useful and provide some con- the bowels of the balance sheets of they ultimately cannot pay for. Is that fidence to provide that additional in- some of these corporations. We have to part of your talk here today? surance to a $250,000-per-account level. do something that does reform and reg- Mr. DORGAN. That is correct. My But I strongly feel that a couple other ulation. There may never be another point was, that which has occurred things have to be done. moment to be able to do it. that has caused this unbelievable col- We can’t let this moment pass, and I understand a whole lot of folks have lapse, I think the Senator from New we can’t have this economy in peril be- been opposed to this for a long time. I Mexico would agree that what has pre- cause of the greed and the avarice of have pushed it for years on the floor of cipitated this is the massive amount of some who decided to take dramatic the Senate. Senator FEINSTEIN, I, and failure out there of mortgage-backed risks and to gamble with other people’s many others have been pushing for reg- securities that are held on the balance money. We can’t do that. We can’t pro- ulation of hedge funds and the regula- sheets of these financial institutions. ceed without deciding we are going to tion of derivative trading. But as I in- They turned out to be sour. It has regulate hedge funds and regulate the dicated when I started, when you have begun to pull down on some of these in- trading of derivatives. We cannot do it. a Bear Stearns that has derivative or stitutions. Where I come from, you call that leav- credit default swaps running through My point was that you can go to the ing the gate open. You have to close the Cayman Islands and they go belly Internet today and you can find ex- the gate. up, and nobody even knew it was actly the same kind of irresponsible In 1999, and even beyond, these insti- there—and they helped pull down this advertising that existed for a long tutions and traders and others were al- firm—then you wonder how does that time, including the biggest mortgage lowed to go hog-wild here and do al- happen outside the gaze or view of reg- bank in the country, Countrywide, most everything with almost no super- ulators? How on Earth does that hap- which is saying: Bad credit, come over vision and no regulation. We have to pen? here, we will give you a loan. The same We have, unfortunately, been looking learn from that and understand that things exists. Go to the Internet today, only at this question of providing the part and parcel of this action by the and you will find exactly the same kind funding. As I said, I am willing to con- Congress has to be re-regulation. Now, of advertising. sider a process that deals with rescue. I have talked about the three Rs that Mr. DOMENICI. I think Countrywide I am willing to consider that. But I be- has been taken over by Bank of Amer- are necessary, and I believe you have lieve that if we move past this moment ica. to do all of it here. I am willing to sup- and don’t address the reform and the Mr. DORGAN. It has. port something that deals with some regulation piece, we will be back Mr. DOMENICI. Let me say to the kind of recovery. I understand the need again—maybe in 5 years, maybe 10 Senator—and I am giving you an obser- to address this. But I also think you years. We will be back again, almost vation—what has happened, it seems to have to do some reform and you have certainly. to do some regulation at the same Warren Buffett once said, when I me, in terms of our efforts to pass a time. talked to him on the phone, that there rescue package is that we started out You can’t say to the American peo- is an old saying on Wall Street: You by talking about a bailout—somebody ple, by the way, ante up a bunch of can’t see who is swimming naked until did—and also, at the same time, a Wall money for recovery and forget reform the tide goes out. Well, you know what, Street bailout. You know, what caught and forget regulation. If we don’t patch the tide is going out. We have lots of my eye as a Senator wondering wheth- that which we tore in 1999 and decide trouble, and now we see the con- er I was going to help with this, until to take apart again the fundamental sequences of unbelievable, rampant I found out that there was no bailout banking functions of the federally in- speculation in institutions that should and Wall Street was not being bailed sured institutions, if we don’t separate have known better. We have to try to out, what was happening was—well, them from the inherent risk that exists protect the financial system of the let’s take the biggest purveyor of mort- in investment banking and others, United States from collapsing. I under- gage-backed securities, and that hap- where they take these risks with stand that. We have to do that. But we pened to be Fannie Mae and Freddie things such as swaps and collateralized cannot possibly ask our constituents to Mac. They had most of them. What debt obligations and others, if we don’t believe in that mission if we don’t also they really were, were mortgages on understand the lesson, we are destined provide the regulation and reform that homes that people bought by the hun- to repeat it, just as sure as I am here. must accompany it. We can’t do half a dreds of thousands. As a matter of fact, You have to have reform. Reform is to job. those two entities have mortgaged back up some steps and to decide to As I indicated, I am not suggesting more than half, well over half—almost protect the banking institutions from that legislation has to, in the 130-some- two-thirds of all American houses. excessive risk. Regrettably, we went in page bill, describe exactly how you reg- They had taken these mortgage-backed the wrong direction in 1999. I think we ulate hedge funds or how you regulate securities and they were selling them. need to go back some ways. derivative trading. That is how they made this inordinate Second, there is so much dark money But I do believe we ought to describe amount of money over the last 10 or 12 out in this economy that you can’t see. a specific date by which a rulemaking years. Then what happened is those Hedge funds. We must have a regu- process proceeds for that regulation. mortgage-backed securities—people

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This has become a big I would hope this bill doesn’t fail out: Where did they get the mortgages? go-go effort to get home loans out when they have it ready because, as I wanted to add to your scenario of there, securitize them, and sell the somebody as knowledgeable as you— where all of these bad, what we might mortgage-backed securities. and you know the problem and you call toxic assets, which are mortgage- So when we are talking about banks know we are going to have a big failure backed securities that are in default, buying mortgage-backed securities, I in our system that is going to affect far where did they come from and where asked the question: Why should they be more people than the culprits who got are they? And I wanted to make sure buying mortgage-backed securities? us into it. I would hope that ultimately that your wonderful talk about this They shouldn’t even have the right to you would help to pass the bill. But I subject included the fact that for a pe- buy mortgage-backed securities that understand you would like other things riod of time the U.S. Government was are cut into these little pieces of sau- that are going to be needed. We are pushing very hard on Fannie Mae and sage and sent upstream when they do going to have to do them. I will not be Freddie Mac to accept mortgages on not even know what is in them. How here. I wish you luck. It has been hard homes that any reasonable person many of them are subprime? They to revamp Freddie Mac and Fannie knew could not be afforded, could not don’t have any idea. All they see is an Mae, but it has been done. I am just be paid for, and they were pushing advertised yield that says: Well, if I not expert enough today to tell you thousands of them to get people in buy this security, I am going to get a that all of the problems with Fannie homes even if they could not pay for big, fat income from it. Mae and Freddie Mac have been solved them. And that is thousands of those— Going back, I would like to see us get because we changed their rules when hundreds of thousands are coming back to the day when a mortgage is we helped and tried to stabilize them home to roost now, as I understand it, something negotiated across the desk within the last month. And they are and we do not even know where we are, from the local banker. I would like to the biggest purveyors of these mort- but we find out when a bank starts fail- see the day when you can take a look gage-backed securities. ing because they are using this as their at the balance sheet of a bank—and I A mortgage-backed security is just a equity—they bought them—and it would say in my home State most of mortgage and a loan put into a pack- turns out to be sour because they are our bankers have not been engaged in age, and it becomes a security so that not paying on the mortgage. You go this at all. They do not have toxic it can be traded as a security instru- look, and there is a house there back- mortgages, by and large. They have not ment instead of a mortgage being ing up that mortgage, and maybe a invested in these things. But this be- passed around. Sometimes there are family was in it, but they are already came a go-go industry—I described lots of them in there, sometimes there 6 months in default and they have left some of them, and I will do it again in are fewer. the place and it is falling down, and a minute—with massive amounts of But I would hope that, like many you have a mortgage here that you are money being made, on Wall Street, I others, you would express yourself and holding. might say. So Wall Street was wal- talk to the American people about the I do not think we ever painted prop- lowing in cash. You know it and I know problem but also suggest that we have erly for the American people that this it—I mean, the highest income earner to do something now or the banking was not a bailout of Wall Street; it was last year, $3.7 billion; that is $300 mil- system, which is our lifeblood—we do an effort to buy up those assets, these lion a month, $10 million a day. not think it is, but the financial sys- mortgages that were out there that So I understand why the American tem is our lifeblood—will go belly-up. were not going to be paid, that could people are angry. They are saying, you I believe, like you, that there are not be paid, and they had gone sour. know: If you have to do something to many changes to be made, but I sure We are trying to buy them and let the rescue the financial system, for gosh hope we can pass this bill and then in system work while we try to repackage sakes, don’t let the system collapse, due course have hearings and insist them and sell them. It could very well but they also say: Let’s clean up this that we change the regulations, impose be, Senator—I think you would agree— carnival of greed that existed around new ones, and do some of the things that when this $700 billion, or whatever here that caused this to happen. you have been talking about. number it is, is used, it will come back So that is why I think the American I thank you for letting me—I have to the Federal Government as they sell people—I do not know who uses the had plenty of opportunity here on the the toxic assets they buy. They will be term ‘‘bailout’’ or ‘‘rescue,’’ but that is floor, and I did not mean to barge in on buying them and bundling them and why the American people looked at you, but I thought maybe we could selling them again, and they may bring this and said: Wait a second, I want have a couple of minutes of exchange more money 3 or 4 years from now than you to do the whole job, not half a job. so we understand mutually the prob- you paid for them. In my judgment, half a job is putting lem. So in no way is it a bailout. It is a up whatever money you need at this Let me also say, Fannie Mae and buyout, if anything. I wondered if you point. Perhaps there is a better way to Freddie Mac fooled a lot of us. I don’t had thought of it that way. Is that a do it. Perhaps we ought to invest in the ask that as a question of you because I fair reading, as you understand things? capital structure of some of the failing do not want to ask you whether you Mr. DORGAN. Well, let me talk institutions and get a return from that. know it or not, but they were the in- about the banker’s role for a minute, The other side of it is to decide that, in strument that permitted America to because the way the Senator describes addition to whatever we decide on the have so many millions of homes in the it is part of my concern. It used to be money, we are going to re-regulate and hands of our people. But they were, at that when you bought a home, you reform. If those two things are not in certain times, the instrument of push- would go down to the local savings and the bill, I hope those who are now ne- ing through, as mortgage-backed secu- loan or the local bank and try to nego- gotiating will put that in the bill be- rities, hundreds of thousands of mort- tiate a home loan. Then sitting across cause I think the American people gages on homes that were being bought the desk, they would evaluate what might better understand what is going by purchasers who it was known could kind of job do you have, how much to be done. not afford what they were buying. They family income do you have, how secure Mr. DOMENICI. Let me say in clos- were in the merry business of the more is your job, is this a loan we want to ing that I am not sure that a recovery the merrier, whether they pay or not, provide to you because of the risk, and bill—that we have time to do the kind and they got away with that, and they so on. They would make a judgment of reshaping of the regulatory system fooled me. I am not sure whether they about you. They would check your that the Senator so aptly describes. I fooled you, but they fooled a lot of Sen- credit rating. That is the way it would don’t know that it can be done. That ators and Representatives. I think they work. It doesn’t work that way in most requires an awful lot of hearings and have been caught, and I think they are cases now. It does in some cases, in thinking. doing business differently. But they

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There seems to new agreement, is something that matter what happens to them, the be an enabling act passed that said some now strongly object to; that is, in American taxpayer has to be the back- they were supposed to get out there a bankruptcy proceeding, allowing a stop. We are going to have to bear the and do that even if the people could not bankruptcy court to discharge and consequences of their failure because afford it. allow the renegotiation of that home they are bigger. They were too big to Our American people ultimately, loan. They would allow the renegoti- fail previously. Where is the account- when this episode has ended, are going ation of a second home or a mortgage ability for predatory lending that was to be embarrassed with us that during on a boat or a mortgage on almost any- out there? Where is the accountability this big-boom era of housing, we were thing else but not the prime home. for brokers who were putting people forcing on the market hundreds upon That makes no sense. into subprime loans. They qualified for thousands of loans and mortgages in If you believe—and I think most peo- other loans, but they still put them in the hands of people that it was known ple do—that the foundation of this subprime. A substantial portion of upfront would not be able to pay for mess we are in is these bad mortgages subprime loans were put to people who the houses. That is what they are going out there, these toxic securities, then would qualify for regular loans. They to be surprised about, when they find the quickest and best and most effec- put them in loans with very bad condi- out that was the case as the hearings tive way to begin putting some sort of tions in which they were almost des- commence on changing regulation, as a foundation under home values is to tined to fail, with higher interest rates you are suggesting, because we are allow those with those home loans that being reset in the future. probably going to be able to identify are troubled to be able to negotiate People are also concerned about this how many hundreds of thousands of with somebody; in this case, through a issue of compensation. There are some those kinds of loans—they have a bankruptcy court, to negotiate that great CEOs in this country. There are name; the name slips me, but we call they could continue to pay, albeit at a people running companies and banks them toxic assets, but they are lower interest rate. At least you would and others who do a great job. But this has been a wild ride for unbelievably subprime loans. Fannie Mae and our have someone who can stay in their excessive compensation. Why is it that Federal Government pushed so that we home. You would have someone who is we read that Washington Mutual failed would sell more houses and get more making a payment every month, prob- and last year the CEO made $14 mil- people in housing. We made a bad mis- ably not what they had intended to lion? For what? Maybe the board of di- take. pay, but they are making the payment. I yield the floor. They are in the home. They have pro- rectors will answer for what. Or AIG, Mr. DORGAN. I appreciate the com- vided some value to that mortgage. All the CEO made $14 million last year. ments of my colleague from New Mex- of a sudden that provides a foundation. They had a little operation over in ico. He has been involved in all of the Instead of empty homes and mortgages London that nearly brought that whole great debates in this Senate for a long that are destroyed, you have someone company down. We had to bail them time. I always appreciate his thoughts living in the home with a mortgage and out. Lehman Brothers, $22 million the and comments. making monthly payments on it. That previous year, Merrill Lynch, $161 mil- Let me say that the collateralizing would provide some stability for home lion. There is plenty of reason for the and securitizing of these exotic instru- values. It would keep some people in American people to take a look at all ments was not something that was their homes. We have 2 million people that and say: That is a carnival of done for fun; it was because it could be- this year who will have lost their greed, creating exotic financial instru- ments they can’t even explain that are come very profitable to securitize ev- homes. That is pretty unbelievable. erything, roll them up into these little My colleague said it would be hard to so complicated. Trading them upward and backward and sideways, everybody sausage deals and sell them upstream. put together a regime of doing the nec- making massive amounts of money, Everybody was making a lot of money essary regulation of hedge funds or reg- and then all of a sudden it goes belly doing it, and nobody knew what was in ulation of derivatives trading. It would up and starts to pull down the entire fi- them. The interesting thing is that at be difficult to do that. I am not sug- nancial system. All of a sudden we are least when you negotiated your home gesting they have to do that. I am sug- talking rescue, but nobody is talking loan across the desk of the banker in gesting that they mimic what they did regulate. in the original bill on a couple other the old days, if you found a time when As I said, in my part of the country, pieces and require by law a rulemaking you really could not make your pay- they say that is not closing the gate. ment—something happened, an illness on the regulation of hedge funds, re- You have to close the gate. You have in the family or something happened— quire by law a rulemaking on the regu- to shut the gate. If you don’t include you went back to the bank and sat lation of derivatives by a date certain. reform and if you don’t include regula- down and said: Look, here is my situa- They don’t have to describe to me ex- tion, we are not going to solve this tion. Can we work something out? And actly what the rulemaking would re- problem. the banker, in most cases, would say: I quire in detail or what the regulation The next day and a half we will talk understand. Let’s work something out. would require in detail. At least we a lot about these issues. My hope is Nowadays, you do not know who has ought to expect that we begin to re- whoever is negotiating—I know some, the mortgage. The local bank does not form and regulate, even as we try to and I have been in meetings last have it anymore; they have sold it. rescue. One of the important things the evening on this subject—will under- Countrywide mortgage bank had it. American people continue to ask—and stand the need that some of us feel They do not have it for a very long pe- it is a very important question—is, that anything that is done require the riod of time. They have sold it to two who is accountable for all of this? Not issues of reform and regulation that do or three different people, so you do not just how did it happen, but who is ac- not now exist in the plan that has been even know who has it. countable? Who has been made ac- offered. That is why, as these things go belly- countable? The answer is no one. They I yield the floor and suggest the ab- up, because I think they had predatory all got away with their big bonuses and sence of a quorum. lending, I think they had terms in their money. The consequences are, we The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. them that were unbelievable, resetting are bailing all these organizations out. WHITEHOUSE). The clerk will call the mortgages, and so on. These home- We are creating bigger banks. These roll.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.001 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD September 30, 2008 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 23425 The assistant legislative clerk pro- These were no vanity causes to which He was impossible to pigeonhole. I ceeded to call the roll. he simply attached his name and face. loved his sense of humor and irony, a Mr. DODD. I ask unanimous consent Paul was intimately involved in their devilish spirit which hid—just barely— that the order for the quorum call be operations and success. a contempt for the predictable and lazy rescinded. In fact, just this afternoon, I spoke you couldn’t help but admire. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without with a friend of mine. I serve on the ad- He once commented that the ‘‘single objection, it is so ordered. visory board of the Hole in the Wall highest honor’’ paid to him was learn- Mr. DODD. Are we in morning busi- Camp in Ashford, CT, but a good friend ing he was 19th on Nixon’s so-called ness? of mine is on the board of directors of ‘‘enemies list’’ assembled by Charles The PRESIDING OFFICER. We are that camp. He had flown from San Colson. postcloture on the motion to concur. Francisco to be back in Connecticut He named the Hole in the Wall Gang Mr. DODD. I ask unanimous consent today where people in the Hole in the camps after Butch Cassidy’s band of to speak as in morning business. Wall Gang camp are gathering to re- outlaws and offered cowboy hats to The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without member Paul Newman. They each got children who had lost their hair be- objection, it is so ordered. up and talked about his intimate in- cause of chemotherapy. PAUL NEWMAN volvement with that camp. Believe me, The first vat of Newman’s Own salad Mr. DODD. Mr. President, I rise to as someone who has been involved on a dressing was stirred with a canoe pad- celebrate the life of a man and a friend daily basis, he worked and cared about dle, to give some idea of his sense of who passed away this past weekend, an the maintenance of that facility, as he humor. American icon to many Americans—in did the ones on the other two con- And one of the biographies he wrote fact, not only to Americans but to peo- tinents I described. for a local production read, ‘‘Paul New- ple all over the world—for more than Indeed, these examples remind us man is probably best known for his half a century, a remarkable philan- that every endeavor to which Paul spectacularly successful food conglom- thropist in his generosity, a terrific Newman committed himself over his 83 erate. In addition to giving the profits husband, father to six children, a dare- years shared one fundamental quality: to charity he also ran Frank Sinatra devil both on the screen and off. They were the product of an enduring In words that have added poignancy out of the spaghetti sauce business. On appreciation for the special, unique the downside, the spaghetti sauce is at this moment, Paul Newman once place he was afforded in our society. said, ‘‘We are such spendthrifts with outgrossing his films.’’ You could not spend any time with Let it never be said there wasn’t a our lives. The trick of living is to slip Paul without noticing that he had re- sparkle in those famous blue eyes of on and off the planet with the least markable life. Paul’s to the end. fuss you can muster. I’m not running A wife and family that were not In a career that required him to fab- for sainthood. I just happen to think there simply to support him, but to ricate many a character and experi- that in life we need to be a little like push and prod him, to tease him, to ence, Paul Newman’s rebellious yet the farmer, who puts back into the soil that wonderful kind of vitality we see playful quality always struck me as what he takes out.’’ in vibrant families, a career that af- The New York Times concluded its completely genuine. forded him opportunities and experi- It often masked and helped him pro- obituary of Paul Newman with those ences many of the characters he played words. But I would like them to begin mote some very serious work. could not have imagined. A resident of Westport, CT he made my remarks, because I don’t think that And Paul Newman knew it. will be the last thing people should But as much as he recognized the enduring contributions to our State. consider when they remember Paul good fortune behind his success, he also Some will remember that he insisted Newman, but the very first. understood the obligations that came on holding the first movie premiere in Where the charitable work of public with it. New Haven history when ‘‘Butch figures today often seems motivated This was never someone who pre- Cassidy and the Sundance Kid’’ made less by the public interest than by pub- tended to be something he was not. He its debut at the Roger Sherman the- lic relations, Paul Newman was a rar- did not rise from poverty or grow up in ater. The Presiding Officer is familiar ity. a broken home. His father was, in fact, with that community. An enormous celebrity whose com- a successful entrepreneur himself from But for the sprinkle of glitter a star mitment to making a difference meant the Shaker Heights section of Cleve- of Paul’s magnitude brought to Con- far more to him than any box office, land, OH. necticut, the difference he made to our critical notice or award nomination. But to watch Paul’s Oscar-nominated communities was far more lasting— Believe me. Having known him or 25 turn in that remarkable courtroom from helping to preserve open spaces years, I can attest to that. drama, ‘‘The Verdict,’’ is to witness such as the Trout Brook Valley and A star, with genuine humility, he someone whose true kinship was not renovate the Westport Historical Soci- cared deeply about the people, not only with those who came from wealth, ety and its Country Playhouse, to the of this country but around the world, from power or privilege, but with those active role he played in government at and made a significant contribution to who struggled, who earned, who over- the local, State, and Federal levels. their benefit in his own way. We are came. Like all Americans at this hour, I all, of course, familiar with the New- For all his generosity, kind- will miss him, a great guy and a good man’s Own brand, which raised nearly heartedness, and compassion, there was friend. As much as I will miss his a quarter-billion dollars for charitable another side to this man, one that was friendship and his performances on the causes in a quarter century. utterly driven to succeed, whether it television screen or at the movie the- But that was only part of the story. was acting or directing, film or the- ater, I will miss being reminded every Paul also founded the Hole In the Wall ater, charity or business. time that we saw him just how good Gang camps for children with life- I suspect I was not the only friend of and decent a man he truly was. threatening diseases that began in Paul’s who did not share his passion for Our thoughts and prayers are, obvi- Ashford, CT and has since opened three racing, which he often did at our ously, with Joanne, his lovely wife, his on three different continents. State’s Lime Rock Park. daughters, and the rest of the Newman Those camps serve more than 15,000 But compared to Hollywood, Paul family. children annually, with all services found racing’s lack of pretension re- I wanted to thank them for sharing provided free of charge to everyone. freshing. with us these many years a great guy. He also founded the Rowdy Ridge The pure love he had for the sport Mr. President, I have a wonderful Gang Camp, for families recovering was what made it such a thrill for obituary that was written in the New from drug addiction and survivors of him—a thrill he pursued into his York Times. I ask unanimous consent spousal abuse. eighties. that it be printed in the RECORD.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.001 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 23426 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 September 30, 2008 There being no objection, the mate- most amiable and antic of bank robbers, for the best-picture Oscar, the film, a deli- rial was ordered to be printed in the memorably paired with Robert Redford. And cate story of a spinster schoolteacher ten- RECORD, as follows: in ‘‘The Hustler’’ (1961) he was the small- tatively hoping for love, brought Ms. Wood- time pool shark Fast Eddie, a role he recre- ward her second of four best-actress Oscar [From the New York Times, Sept. 28, 2008] ated 25 years later, now as a well-heeled mid- nominations. (She won the award on her first PAUL NEWMAN, A MAGNETIC TITAN OF dle-aged liquor salesman, in ‘‘The Color of nomination, for the 1957 film ‘‘The Three HOLLYWOOD, IS DEAD AT 83 Money’’ (1986). That performance, alongside Faces of Eve,’’ and was nominated again for (By Aljean Harmetz) Tom Cruise, brought Mr. Newman his sole her roles in ‘‘Mr. & Mrs. Bridge’’ and the 1973 Paul Newman, one of the last of the great Academy Award, for best actor, after he had movie ‘‘Summer Wishes, Winter Dreams.’’) 20th-century movie stars, died Friday at his been nominated for that prize six times. In Mr. Newman also directed his wife in ‘‘The home in Westport, Conn. He was 83. all he received eight Oscar nominations for Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon The cause was cancer, said Jeff Sanderson best actor and one for best supporting actor, Marigolds’’ (1972), ‘‘The Glass Menagerie’’ of Chasen & Company, Mr. Newman’s pub- in ‘‘Road to Perdition.’’ ‘‘Rachel, Rachel,’’ (1987) and the television movie ‘‘The Shadow licists. which he directed, was nominated for best Box’’ (1980). As a director his most ambitious If Marlon Brando and James Dean defined picture. film was ‘‘Sometimes a Great Notion’’ (1971), the defiant American male as a sullen rebel, ‘‘When a role is right for him, he’s peer- based on the Ken Kesey novel. Paul Newman recreated him as a likable ren- less,’’ the film critic Pauline Kael wrote in In an industry in which long marriages egade, a strikingly handsome figure of ani- 1977. ‘‘Newman is most comfortable in a role might be defined as those that last beyond mal high spirits and blue-eyed candor whose when it isn’t scaled heroically; even when he the first year and the first infidelity, Mr. magnetism was almost impossible to resist, plays a bastard, he’s not a big bastard—only Newman and Ms. Woodward’s was striking whether the character was Hud, Cool Hand a callow, selfish one, like Hud. He can play for its endurance. But they admitted that it Luke or Butch Cassidy. what he’s not—a dumb lout. But you don’t was often turbulent. She loved opera and bal- He acted in more than 65 movies over more believe it when he plays someone perverse or let. He liked playing practical jokes and rac- than 50 years, drawing on a physical grace, vicious, and the older he gets and the better ing cars. But as Mr. Newman told Playboy unassuming intelligence and good humor you know him, the less you believe it. His magazine, in an often-repeated quotation that made it all seem effortless. Yet he was likableness is infectious; nobody should ever about marital fidelity, ‘‘I have steak at also an ambitious, intellectual actor and a be asked not to like Paul Newman.’’ home; why go out for hamburger?’’ passionate student of his craft, and he But the movies and the occasional stage BEGINNINGS IN CLEVELAND achieved what most of his peers find impos- role were never enough for him. He became a Paul Leonard Newman was born on Jan. 26, sible: remaining a major star into a craggy, successful racecar driver, winning several 1925, in Cleveland. His mother, the former charismatic old age even as he redefined Sports Car Club of America national driving Teresa Fetzer, was a Roman Catholic who himself as more than Hollywood star. He titles. He even competed at Daytona in 1995 turned to Christian Science. His father, Ar- raced cars, opened summer camps for ailing as a 70th birthday present to himself. In 1982, thur, who was Jewish, owned a thriving children and became a nonprofit entre- as a lark, he decided to sell a salad dressing sporting goods store that enabled the family preneur with a line of foods that put his pic- he had created and bottled for friends at to settle in affluent Shaker Heights, Ohio, ture on supermarket shelves around the Christmas. Thus was born the Newman’s where Paul and his older brother, Arthur, world. Own brand, an enterprise he started with his grew up. Mr. Newman made his Hollywood debut in friend A. E. Hotchner, the writer. More than Teresa Newman, an avid theatergoer, the 1954 costume film ‘‘The Silver Chalice.’’ 25 years later the brand has expanded to in- steered her son toward acting as a child. In Stardom arrived a year and a half later, clude, among other foods, lemonade, pop- high school, besides playing football, he when he inherited from James Dean the role corn, spaghetti sauce, pretzels, organic Fig acted in school plays, graduating in 1943. of the boxer Rocky Graziano in ‘‘Somebody Newmans and wine. (His daughter Nell New- After less than a year at Ohio University at Up There Likes Me.’’ Mr. Dean had been man runs the company’s organic arm.) All Athens, he joined the Navy Air Corps to be a killed in a car crash before the screenplay its profits, of more than $200 million, have pilot. When a test showed he was colorblind, was finished. been donated to charity, the company says. he was made an aircraft radio operator. It was a rapid rise for Mr. Newman, but Much of the money was used to create a After the war Mr. Newman entered Kenyon being taken seriously as an actor took string of Hole in the Wall Gang Camps, College in Ohio on an athletic scholarship. longer. He was almost undone by his star named for the outlaw gang in ‘‘Butch He played football and acted in a dozen plays power, his classic good looks and, most of Cassidy.’’ The camps provide free summer before graduating in 1949. Arthur Newman, a all, his brilliant blue eyes. ‘‘I picture my epi- recreation for children with cancer and other strict and distant man, thought acting an taph,’’ he once said. ‘‘Here lies Paul New- serious illnesses. Mr. Newman was actively impractical occupation, but, perhaps per- man, who died a failure because his eyes involved in the project, even choosing cow- suaded by his wife, he agreed to support his turned brown.’’ boy hats as gear so that children who had son for a year while Paul acted in small the- Mr. Newman’s filmography was a caval- lost their hair because of chemotherapy ater companies. cade of flawed heroes and winning antiheroes could disguise their baldness. Several years In May 1950 his father died, and Mr. New- stretching over decades. In 1958 he was a before the establishment of Newman’s Own, man returned to Cleveland to run the sport- drifting confidence man determined to on Nov. 28, 1978, Scott Newman, the oldest of ing goods store. He brought with him a wife, marry a Southern belle in an adaptation of Mr. Newman’s six children and his only son, Jacqueline Witte, an actress he had met in ‘‘The Long, Hot Summer.’’ In 1982, in ‘‘The died at 28 of an overdose of alcohol and pills. summer stock. But after 18 months Paul Verdict,’’ he was a washed-up alcoholic law- His father’s monument to him was the Scott asked his brother to take over the business yer who finds a chance to redeem himself in Newman Center, created to publicize the while he, his wife and their year-old son, a medical malpractice case. dangers of drugs and alcohol. It is headed by Scott, headed for Yale University, where Mr. And in 2002, at 77, having lost none of his Susan Newman, the oldest of his five daugh- Newman intended to concentrate on direct- charm, he was affably deadly as Tom ters. ing. Hanks’s gangster boss in ‘‘Road to Per- Mr. Newman’s three younger daughters are He left Yale in the summer of 1952, perhaps dition.’’ It was his last onscreen role in a the children of his 50-year second marriage, because the money had run out and his wife major theatrical release. (He supplied the to the actress Joanne Woodward. Mr. New- was pregnant again. But almost imme- voice of the veteran race car Doc in the man and Ms. Woodward both were cast—she diately, the director Josh Logan and the Pixar animated film ‘‘Cars’’ in 2006.) as an understudy—in the Broadway play playwright William Inge gave him a small Few major American stars have chosen to ‘‘Picnic’’ in 1953. Starting with ‘‘The Long, role in ‘‘Picnic,’’ a play that was to run 14 play so many imperfect men. Hot Summer’’ in 1958, they co-starred in 10 months on Broadway. Soon he was playing As Hud Bannon in ‘‘Hud’’ (1963) Mr. New- movies, including ‘‘From the Terrace’’ (1960), the second male lead and understudying man was a heel on the Texas range who based on a John O’Hara novel about a driven Ralph Meeker as the sexy drifter who roils wanted the good life and was willing to sell executive and his unfaithful wife; ‘‘Harry & the women in a Kansas town. Mr. Newman diseased cattle to get it. The character was Son’’ (1984), which Mr. Newman also di- and Ms. Woodward were attracted to each intended to make the audience feel ‘‘loath- rected, produced and helped write; and ‘‘Mr. other in rehearsals of ‘‘Picnic.’’ But he was a ing and disgust,’’ Mr. Newman told a re- & Mrs. Bridge’’ (1990), James Ivory’s version married man, and Ms. Woodward has insisted porter. Instead, he said, ‘‘we created a folk of a pair of Evan S. Connell novels, in which that they spent the next several years run- hero.’’ Mr. Newman and Ms. Woodward played a ning away from each other. As the self-destructive convict in ‘‘Cool conservative Midwestern couple coping with In the early 1950s roles in live television Hand Luke’’ (1967) Mr. Newman was too re- life’s changes. came easily to both of them. Mr. Newman bellious to be broken by a brutal prison sys- When good roles for Ms. Woodward dwin- starred in segments of ‘‘You Are There,’’ tem. As Butch Cassidy in ‘‘Butch Cassidy dled, Mr. Newman produced and directed ‘‘Goodyear Television Playhouse’’ and other and the Sundance Kid’’ (1969) he was the ‘‘Rachel, Rachel’’ for her in 1968. Nominated shows.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.001 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD September 30, 2008 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 23427 He was also accepted as a student at the Hitchcock’s ‘‘Torn Curtain’’ (1966) and Jack he had all but announced that he was Actors Studio in New York, where he took Smight’s ‘‘Harper’’ (1966), in which he played through with acting. lessons alongside James Dean, Geraldine Ross Macdonald’s private detective Lew Ar- ‘‘I’m not able to work anymore as an actor Page, Marlon Brando and, eventually, Ms. cher. at the level I would want to,’’ Mr. Newman Woodward. In 1968—after he was cast as an ice-cold said last year on the ABC program ‘‘Good Then Hollywood knocked. In 1954 Warner racecar driver in ‘‘Winning,’’ with Ms. Wood- Morning America.’’ ‘‘You start to lose your Brothers offered Mr. Newman $1,000 a week ward playing his frustrated wife—Mr. New- memory, your confidence, your invention. So to star in ‘‘The Silver Chalice’’ as the Greek man was sent to a racing school. In midlife that’s pretty much a closed book for me.’’ slave who creates the silver cup used at the racing became his obsession. A Web site— But he remained fulfilled by his charitable Last Supper. Mr. Newman, who rarely newman-haas.com—details his racing career, work, saying it was his greatest legacy, par- watched his own films, once gave out pots, including his first race in 1972; his first pro- ticularly in giving ailing children a camp at wooden spoons and whistles to a roomful of fessional victory, in 1982; and his co-owner- which to play. guests and forced them to sit through ‘‘The ship of the Newman/Haas Indy racing team, ‘‘We are such spendthrifts with our lives,’’ Silver Chalice,’’ which he called the worst which won eight series championships. Mr. Newman once told a reporter. ‘‘The trick movie ever made. His antidote for that early A politically active liberal Democrat, Mr. of living is to slip on and off the planet with Hollywood experience was to hurry back to Newman was a Eugene McCarthy delegate to the least fuss you can muster. I’m not run- Broadway. In Joseph Hayes’s play ‘‘The Des- the 1968 Democratic convention and ap- ning for sainthood. I just happen to think perate Hours,’’ he starred as an escaped con- pointed by President Jimmy Carter to a that in life we need to be a little like the vict who holds a family hostage. The play United Nations General Assembly session on farmer, who puts back into the soil what he was a hit, and during its run, Jacqueline disarmament. He expressed pride at being on takes out.’’ Newman gave birth to their third child. President Richard M. Nixon’s enemies list. Mr. DODD. I suggest the absence of a On his nights off Mr. Newman acted on live When Mr. Newman turned 50, he settled quorum. television. In one production he had the title into a new career as a character actor, play- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The role in ‘‘The Death of Billy the Kid,’’ a psy- ing the title role—‘‘with just the right blend clerk will call the roll. chological study of the outlaw written by of craftiness and stupidity,’’ Janet Maslin The legislative clerk proceeded to Gore Vidal and directed by Robert Mulligan wrote in The New York Times—of Robert for ‘‘Philco Playhouse’’; in another, an adap- call the roll. Altman’s ‘‘Buffalo Bill and the Indians’’ Ms. COLLINS. Mr. President, I ask tation of Ernest Hemingway’s short story (1976); an unscrupulous hockey coach in ‘‘The Battler,’’ he took over the lead role George Roy Hill’s ‘‘Slap Shot’’ (1977); and the unanimous consent that the order for after James Dean, who had been scheduled to disintegrating lawyer in Sidney Lumet’s the quorum call be rescinded. star, was killed on Sept. 30, 1955. Mr. Penn, ‘‘Verdict.’’ The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without who directed ‘‘The Battler,’’ was later sure Most of Mr. Newman’s films were commer- objection, it is so ordered. that Mr. Newman’s performance in that cial hits, probably none more so than ‘‘The Ms. COLLINS. Mr. President, could drama, as a disfigured prizefighter, won him Sting’’ (1973), in which he teamed with Mr. the Chair inform us whether there is an the lead role in ‘‘Somebody Up There Likes Redford again to play a couple of con men, order for proceeding? It was my under- Me,’’ again replacing Dean. When Mr. Penn and ‘‘The Towering Inferno’’ (1974), in which standing we were alternating, going adapted the Billy the Kid teleplay for his he played an architect in an all-star cast back and forth. I would inform the Sen- first Hollywood film, ‘‘The Left Handed that included Steve McQueen and Faye Gun,’’ in 1958, he again cast Mr. Newman in Dunaway. ators on the floor I have a 5-minute the lead. After his fifth best-actor Oscar nomina- tribute to Senator WARNER. But I am Even so, Mr. Newman was saddled for years tion, for his portrait of an innocent man dis- unaware of what the order is. with an image of being a ‘‘pretty boy’’ light- credited by the press in Sydney Pollack’s The PRESIDING OFFICER. There is weight. ‘‘Absence of Malice’’ (1981), and his sixth a no order or agreement. We are oper- ‘‘Paul suffered a little bit from being so year later, for ‘‘The Verdict,’’ the Academy ating postcloture under the motion. handsome—people doubted just how well he of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in 1986 Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. President, if I could act,’’ Mr. Penn told the authors of the gave Mr. Newman the consolation prize of an may. 1988 book ‘‘Paul and Joanne.’’ By 1957 Mr. honorary award. In a videotaped acceptance The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Newman and Ms. Woodward were discreetly speech he said, ‘‘I am especially grateful that living together in Hollywood; his wife had ator from New Jersey. this did not come wrapped in a gift certifi- Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. President, I initially refused to give him a divorce. He cate to Forest Lawn.’’ later admitted that his drinking was out of His best-actor Oscar, for ‘‘The Color of had intended to speak, but with an un- control during this period. Money,’’ came the next year, and at the 1994 derstanding that is the presentation by With his divorce granted, Mr. Newman and Oscars ceremony he received the Jean the Senator from Maine, I ask unani- Ms. Woodward were married on Jan. 29, 1958, Hersholt Humanitarian Award. The year mous consent that after the Senator and went on to rear their three daughters far after that he earned his eighth nomination from Maine is recognized by the Chair, from Hollywood, in a farmhouse on 15 acres as best actor, for his curmudgeonly construc- I would be recognized following that. in Westport, Conn. tion worker trying to come to terms with his That same year Mr. Newman played Brick, The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without failures in ‘‘Nobody’s Fool’’ (1994). In 2003 he objection, it is so ordered. the reluctant husband of Maggie the Cat, in was nominated as best supporting actor for the film version of Tennessee Williams’s The Senator from Maine. his work in ‘‘Road to Perdition.’’ And in 2006 Ms. COLLINS. Thank you, Mr. Presi- ‘‘Cat on a Hot Tin Roof,’’ earning his first he took home both a Golden Globe and an Academy Award nomination, for best actor. Emmy for playing another rough-hewn old- dent. And I thank the Senator from In 1961, with ‘‘The Hustler,’’ he earned his timer, this one in the HBO mini-series ‘‘Em- New Jersey. second best-actor Oscar nomination. He had pire Falls.’’ SENATOR JOHN WARNER become more than a matinee idol. Besides Ms. Woodward and his daughters Mr. President, throughout our Na- DIRECTED BY MARTIN RITT Susan and Nell, he is survived by three other tion’s history, the Commonwealth of Many of his meaty performances during daughters, Stephanie, Melissa and Clea; two Virginia has provided leaders of un- the early ’60s came in movies directed by grandchildren; and his brother. Mr. Newman common courage, dedication, and vi- returned to Broadway for the last time in Martin Ritt, who had been a teaching assist- sion. The names that are revered in the ant to Elia Kazan at the Actors Studio when 2002, as the Stage Manager in a lucrative re- Mr. Newman was a student. After directing vival of Thornton Wilder’s ‘‘Our Town.’’ The Old Dominion are honored across ‘‘The Long, Hot Summer,’’ Mr. Ritt directed performance was nominated for a Tony America: Washington, Jefferson, Mon- Mr. Newman in ‘‘Paris Blues’’ (1961), a story Award, though critics tended to find it mod- roe, Mason, and Henry, to name but a of expatriate musicians; ‘‘Hemingway’s Ad- est. When the play was broadcast on PBS in few. ventures of a Young Man’’ (1962); ‘‘Hud’’ 2003, he won an Emmy. Today, as the 110th Congress draws to (1963), which brought Mr. Newman a third This year he had planned to direct ‘‘Of a close, we say farewell to another Oscar nomination; ‘‘The Outrage’’ (1964), Mice and Men,’’ based on the John Steinbeck great Virginian, a great patriot, public with Mr. Newman as the bandit in a western novel, in October at the Westport Country servant, and distinguished colleague Playhouse in Connecticut. But in May he an- based on Akira Kurosawa’s ‘‘Rashomon’’; and whose name history will add to that ‘‘Hombre’’ (1967), in which Mr. Newman nounced that he was stepping aside, citing played a white man, reared by Indians, his health. honor roll: the name of our friend and struggling to live in a white world. Mr. Newman’s last screen credit was as the colleague, Senator JOHN WARNER. Among his other important films were narrator of Bill Haney’s documentary ‘‘The Senator WARNER’s career mirrors Otto Preminger’s ‘‘Exodus’’ (1960), Alfred Price of Sugar,’’ released this year. By then those of the Founding Fathers in many

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.001 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 23428 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 September 30, 2008 ways. During World War II, when free- spend their own money on classroom turned back a lot of my thoughts dom was under attack, he enlisted in supplies. Whether in uniform or in our which I thought were so important. the U.S. Navy at just 17 years of age. classrooms, JOHN WARNER believes But it worked out in the end. You pre- Following the war, he rejoined civil- those who serve have earned our grati- vailed and that was the development of ian life, earned a college degree, and tude and our support. the legislation which reconstructed, re- entered law school. At the outbreak of Also, we remember JOHN WARNER’s formulated so much of our intelligence the Korean war, he suspended his stud- pivotal role at a time when our institu- community. That was truly a master- ies to serve his Nation once again, this tion of the Senate was at a threshold of ful accomplishment on your part. time as an officer in the U.S. Marine chaos and dysfunction. I refer to his Again, the reason I am a bit breath- Corps. leadership in the so-called Gang of 14, less is when I first came to the Senate, After he returned from Korea, he which worked out a compromise on ju- these 30 years ago, there were not any completed his law degree but remained dicial nominations that helped save ladies in the Senate at that time. We an officer in the Reserves, always this institution from what would have were joined in my class by Nancy ready to answer the call of his Nation. otherwise been a very bleak time. Kassebaum from Kansas, a wonderful Senator JOHN WARNER truly exempli- Senator WARNER has continued and lady. Believe me, she very quickly es- fies the American tradition of the cit- enhanced the best traditions of this tablished her own stature. We all ad- izen soldier. Nation and of the Commonwealth of mired her tremendously as a very As a civilian, JOHN WARNER contin- Virginia in countless ways. One that strong Senator, which she was through- ued to serve: as an assistant U.S. attor- must be mentioned, before I conclude out her career. But from that small be- ney, as Under Secretary of the Navy, my remarks, is his unfailing civility ginning commenced the trans- and as Secretary of the Navy. During and courtesy toward his Senate col- formation of the Senate in many his 5 years in the Navy’s Secretariat, leagues. Regardless of the significance ways—from the one lady—she certainly he demonstrated another American of the issue or the intensity of the de- was a fighting lady, too—to where tradition: a commitment to both mili- bate or the strength of his colleagues’ today we have many. As a matter of tary strength and diplomacy. feelings, Senator WARNER has always fact, we do not even count them any- It is fitting that one so steeped in the tempered staunch advocacy for his con- more because they just have gotten best of America’s traditions was chosen victions with the utmost respect for into the full fabric of the Senate and by the President, in 1976, to coordinate the convictions of others. everybody is just totally unconscious our Nation’s bicentennial celebrations On a personal note, he has been a to that except, I guess, people like my- in all 50 States and in 22 foreign coun- wonderful friend and mentor to me, the self, with a wandering eye, constantly tries. Senator from Maine. I know all Ameri- taking a look at the dress one day and It was in 1978 that the wise citizens of cans join me today in thanking Sen- compliment my dear friends. Virginia sent JOHN WARNER to the U.S. ator JOHN WARNER for his dedicated But on a serious note, we have had a Senate. For 30 years, the people of decades of service to his country, marvelous, strong friendship and work- America have been grateful. The hall- whether in times of peace or war, and ing relationship, and I shall miss you mark of Senator WARNER’s service in in wishing him all the best in the years dearly, as I will this institution. But I the Senate has been his absolute and to come. do leave with the thought that you are unwavering commitment to a strong Thank you, Mr. President. one of the great strengths of this insti- national defense. It has been my honor The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- tution which will be called upon, as it to serve with him on two committees ator from Virginia. is in this hour. The Nation calls upon that bear directly upon that commit- Mr. WARNER. Mr. President, it is this body to save it. ment—the Senate Armed Services sometimes somewhat breathless to be I was looking last night, as I was try- Committee and the Senate Homeland seated on this Senate floor knowing ing to drift off to a rest, at the famous Security Committee. that just maybe 48 hours remain of my poem that was written, ‘‘O Ship Of As the chairman and ranking mem- career in the Senate. I shall remain in State.’’ Do you remember that poem? ber of the Armed Services Committee, office through early January, but I tell And America today is looking to its Senator WARNER has consistently you, it takes me a few minutes to as- Congress like few times in history. ‘‘O upheld the pledge he took to defend semble my thoughts. But in your case, Ship Of State’’—I have that poem on America when he enlisted in the Navy I would say: Look at the many things my desk. 63 years ago. His support for our men we have worked on together. At this time, I ask unanimous con- and women in uniform, for their fami- This fine Senator is so proud of the sent to have that poem printed in the lies, and for our veterans is unwaver- Naval installations in her State. We RECORD. ing. He has been an effective and visited the shipyard together, indeed There being no objection, the mate- strong advocate for modernizing our the facilities at Portsmouth. The ships rial was ordered to be printed in the military to meet the challenges of the are made there. The ships are berthed RECORD, as follows: 21st century. there. It has been home to the U.S. O SHIP OF STATE Senator WARNER also understands Navy, I imagine, from the earliest days (By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow) that America’s future does not just de- of the formation of our Colonies and Thou, too, sail on, O Ship of State! pend upon defending our Nation the first of the ships we had. Sail on, O Union, strong and great! against attack. I am proud to have I hope what I am about to say is fully Humanity with all its fears, worked with him on climate change understood. But those of us—I have had With all the hopes of future years, legislation, and his leadership on the some modest career in the Navy in my Is hanging breathless on thy fate! America’s Climate Security Act with lifetime—but we always refer to the We know what Master laid thy keel, What Workmen wrought thy ribs of steel, our friend, Senator JOE LIEBERMAN, ship in an affectionate way, as if it Who made each mast, and sail, and rope, demonstrates his commitment to pro- were a female. Indeed, it does protect What anvils rang, what hammers beat, tecting our environment and to secur- the sailors at sea with its steadiness In what a forge and what a heat ing our energy future. and its seaworthiness, and we often Were shaped the anchors of thy hope! Senator WARNER’s career has been refer to the ships as the fighting lady. Fear not each sudden sound and shock, defined by his involvement in some of I say to the Senator, I would hope ‘Tis of the wave and not the rock; the most pressing issues of our time. that you would accept that as an acco- ‘Tis but the flapping of the sail, But he has also worked hard on those lade, the fighting lady from Maine. We And not a rent made by the gale! In spite of rock and tempest’s roar, seemingly smaller issues that make a have watched you under the toughest In spite of false lights on the shore, big difference in people’s lives. As just of circumstances. One time I remember Sail on, nor fear to breast the sea! one example, he joined me in authoring working with you and your tenacity Our hearts, our hopes, are all with thee. the tax deduction for teachers who was fierce, and you really sort of Our hearts, our hopes, our prayers, our tears,

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Those are best. ents back at home are saying. They items which they clearly understand Ms. COLLINS. Mr. President, I thank recognize there is a crisis. They also and speak about around the kitchen the Senator from Virginia for his very recognize there is a challenge to them table as they face challenges. kind and thoughtful comments. At a in the mainstream economy, and they I think some of us have been left time when we are attempting to pay felt as though that specific package with a mistaken impression that this tribute to him, he, of course, is gra- didn’t do enough for them. So many crisis is just about Wall Street. I am cious to others. Americans—I would say the great ma- worried people on every street in this I thank the Senator from New Jersey jority of Americans—who are meeting country, who are being powerfully af- for his tolerance on the extra time. their obligations with tremendous fected by this crisis, are being forgot- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under stress and challenges, who meet their ten. the previous order, the Senator from monthly mortgage payments—have for Now, the heart of this crisis is the New Jersey is recognized. years and have continued to do so— housing market. So many houses are Mr. MENENDEZ. I ask unanimous what they reasonably want to know is going into foreclosure that now it is consent to speak as in morning busi- what do they get out of this? hard for anybody to get a loan of any ness. As my home State newspaper, the kind, to buy a home, to invest in a The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Star Ledger, said: Why, they continue business or have that business grow, to objection, it is so ordered. to ask, should taxpayers have to sub- get a college education. There is a Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. President, I sidize the stupidity of people who were credit freeze so businesses can’t grow. was happy to yield to the distinguished either greedy or maybe failed to do They can’t pay expenses. They can’t Senator from Maine on her recognition their homework? They go on to say in look to the future. It is becoming a fi- of Senator WARNER. I certainly join in the editorial the real problem in Wash- nancial wildfire, ravishing our econ- her comments about Senator WARNER, ington is that no one has made a co- omy and burning away at the fabric of as we did recently when the Senator gent argument for why, in essence— our communities. The crisis stretches appeared before the Senate Foreign Re- this is paraphrasing—for why, in es- across every city in, for example, my lations Committee and recognized his sence, we need to have a response and home State, but it is replicated across tremendous service to this institution what does it mean to those who are not the landscape of the country, North and to the country. I often say, as I investment bankers or whose homes and South and East and West. said to him before at the hearing, that, aren’t in foreclosure. In Newark, there is a single mother I think the economists generally in fact, I am privileged I came to the who has lost her job and now holds agree the Nation’s economy is at a se- Senate at a time when I got to serve down three different part-time jobs to rious risk of the flow of credit threat- with JOHN WARNER and to see some of make up for it, while her kids are at ening to freeze beyond where it is al- the finest traditions of service in this home by themselves. In Clifton, there ready. We see the interest rates at country. I appreciate his tremendous is a couple who work two jobs and which banks lend to each other rising service, not just to the people of Vir- bring in $4,000 a month together, but each and every day, suggesting that ginia but to the people of this Nation. when the mortgage payment, the car lenders are hoarding cash. I think that Mr. WARNER. Mr. President, I thank payment, the electricity and gas, util- gets to the question of what the edi- the gracious Senator from New Jersey. ity bills come in, and the grocery bills I appreciate those remarks. Although torials have said in my home State and others as well: So then what is the case and the credit card bills come in every it has been short-lived, we have had a month, they worry they can’t make good, strong working relationship; not to be made? Well, with banks leery of lending to ends meet. In another part of the always on the same side on several each other, credit markets contract, State, there is a builder who is finding issues, but that is what democracy is making it difficult for businesses to ob- it almost impossible to get funding to all about. I thank the Senator. tain loans for expansion, to start new keep his business going. Banks want Mr. MENENDEZ. I thank the distin- ventures or even to cover bills until bigger deposits, bigger monthly pay- guished Senator from Virginia. unanticipated revenue comes in; car ments, and stricter payment deadlines. THE ECONOMY loans dry up, causing further suffering Today, I wish to focus on what the Mr. President, I rise to talk about among the already ailing automakers; credit crunch means for every New the financial crisis our country is fac- credit card interest rates rise, and all Jerseyan and American—the jobs, the ing. I think to classify it as such is an that forces, in essence, markets to shed businesses or anyone who needs a loan understanding most Americans have. It jobs, creating more unemployment. to drive a car or go to college—and is not an overstatement. The reality Overall, this bleak fiscal picture causes what it means for those who are closer shows that today in a Washington Post consumers to scale back on spending, to the twilight of their life and are ABC News poll, most Americans see and then the little shop on Main Street thinking about their retirement and the current financial situation as a cri- closes as well. That is a broad brush. I what that retirement has meant to sis, and there is overwhelming concern would like to get to some of the spe- them in terms of what is taking place that the failure of the House of Rep- cifics of how that affects us. and what will continue to take place if resentatives to pass the economic re- When we have watched the news or we see no action and how they may covery package may very well deepen picked up a newspaper over the last few very well have to extend the time in that problem. months, we see top stories about the which they thought they could retire. I think it is important to note the problems of big institutions: Bear Let’s talk about businesses, espe- poll also revealed significant public Stearns and Washington Mutual and cially small businesses, because they concern with the bill that Congress re- Wachovia. It has been easy to see what are the ones that create 75 percent of jected yesterday. Few voters have said dire straits our financial system is in, all the jobs in America. We have al- the package did enough to protect ordi- but what is not making the headlines ways been an entrepreneurial people. nary Americans and nearly half said it is what this economic crisis means for We have always had the ideas and are did not go far enough to shore up the people in our hometowns. willing to take intelligent risks to Nation’s economy. Half said the failed We have heard a lot about mortgage- start a business, and those businesses plan did not do enough to help the backed securities, credit default swaps, are the ones that create jobs. They

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But they have income to spend in other little bit of credit to get some supplies when manufacturers cannot get loans businesses for goods and services they as he did the business—the work for that they need to keep the manufac- need, which employ other people, and, the people who hired him—but that turing process going to create the prod- of course, these businesses pay reve- lumber store obviously had to get their ucts that ultimately get consumed at a nues, to their local, State, and Federal suppliers and the credit that, in fact, store where the store takes credit and entities. So we can see the cycle of how they needed to get those supplies there, purchases it from them but gets maybe important they are. to then extend credit to him so he 30 days, 60 days the manufacturer Now, if you want to start a business, would be able to go ahead and do the needs to continue to produce the prod- this is one of the worst climates in our job and then get paid and then pay for uct so that ultimately it goes to that history to do so. Loans aren’t avail- his supplies and the chain goes on. store where ultimately consumers seek able, even to people with good credit, When, in fact, that chain is broken, to purchase, in fact, they cannot get and especially not to entrepreneurs there is a consequence, and the con- the money to keep the product on the who are getting started. So that dream sequence of that is people lose their shelves, and, of course, the cycle is of Americans having business owner- employment. There is a ripple effect. It clear. ship is now miles further away. But the is not only they who lose their employ- Look at farmers. New Jersey is called credit crunch hurts small businesses. ment but all the resources they had in the Garden State. I often tell my There are those of us who every day making the purchase of goods and serv- friends you have to get off the turnpike are feeling restricted in our spending ices that ultimately hired other people if you want to know what the Garden and frugal when we open our check- and who had families and who had State really looks like. We have spin- books. That means we aren’t going, for needs and who made expenditures. So ach. We are in the top two or three in example, to see this lady at the we see the consequences of that. spinach. We have a whole host of spe- counter. She is ultimately at the other In the construction field, for exam- ciality products—peach orchards, cran- end of the business cycle. We are re- ple, we have a set of circumstances berry bogs, blueberries, to mention stricted in our spending. This is a re- where, in fact, you have contractors some. ality. It is a reality we feel in our lives. who get a job in southern New Jersey, For farmers, crop planting depends We see what is happening in the coun- but he doesn’t get paid for that job up- greatly on the amount of available try. We may already have faced some front. credit. Farmers cannot plant next pressures in our own economic cir- He makes a bid. It might be a public year’s crop if they cannot get this cumstances in a personal family way, contract or it might be a private con- year’s loans. So from cranberries to so we hold back. We say: Let’s see what struction project. He doesn’t get paid blueberries to all of these other prod- will happen. How do I decide? So we re- up front. So that contractor needs ucts, everything you buy at the gro- strict our spending and we are frugal credit. cery store is going to be more expen- when we open our checkbooks. That is What does he need the credit for? He sive. Some food products may wind up probably in many ways smart, but needs the credit for the supplies to in very short supply. They are going to there is also a consequence. That bring to the job to do the work. He be more expensive because even if you means a lot of us aren’t going out to needs credit for floating so that he can have a great credit history—as the eat as much, which means the waitress keep his payroll going for the people he cranberry bogs in the pinelands of New isn’t getting the tips she depended on has to pay up front every week so they Jersey—if you have a good credit his- to bring home for her family and the can do the work that creates the home tory but the credit crunch creates a challenges her family has, and owners or the building or the business struc- higher and higher standard for what of that business aren’t getting the ture that ultimately will pay them, you will borrow and under what terms checks they depend on, which means and they will repay their credit from and conditions you will borrow, that is restaurants have to either contract their suppliers and then ultimately be going to be reflected ultimately in the dramatically the size of their work- able to make a profit. end cost of the product we consume on force, or, in the acute set of cir- Again, all of those construction ma- the dining room table. cumstances, they have to close. It terials that are provided to that con- We have a challenge that is direct for means the local retailer—perhaps from tractor, those people, those entities farmers, for family farmers, and for all whom we buy the treat we have once a have credit as it relates to those who of us as consumers as we put fruits and week at the end of a long week or a gift provide the supplies that they sell to vegetables on the table for our families we are buying for a family member or contractors. So there is, again, an in- to consume, and that has a direct con- a friend’s birthday—will see depleting tricate balance of all of these interests sequence to us. sales. As their cash input decreases, coming together in a way that affects Credit cards. As loans become more they have to decrease their output, and the person wearing a hard hat on the and more difficult and expensive to they will be giving pink slips to their front lines of building the infrastruc- get, people will continue to increase employees. It means we see more of ture, the homes, the churches, and the their usage of credit cards. I hope if this sign that says ‘‘store closed’’ for businesses of our community. people have some disposable money business. It means the local lunch spot Again, the reality: When a credit that they will pay down their credit or the barber will not have the same freeze takes place, the pink slips start card debts. That is a good thing to be lunchtime rush or the same Saturday getting printed, and the workforce is doing in these times and not be looking appointments. While we certainly can suddenly unemployed. Now the con- at spending a lot of interest on credit all live without a haircut as frequently tractors cannot pay their suppliers, so card debt. This is a good time, if you or without eating our favorite sand- their cash inventory drops and their have the resources, to pay down credit wich, those shop owners depend on our ability to issue payroll at the end of card debt. steady business. They depend on that the week is also jeopardized, and it I know so many families who tell me appointment to make ends meet. When, pushes more families into the ranks of they are using that credit card as they in fact, that doesn’t happen, there is a the unemployed. It is a vicious cycle have transitions in jobs, as they meet consequence to them and those who occurring far away from Wall Street, some of their challenges. We see credit work there and the families of all who but it is affecting our families, our card interest rates which are already are situated there. neighbors, our friends on Main Street. rising, and they will continue to esca- Small businesses don’t have access to The credit crunch changes our ability late as banks look for ways to recoup capital because banks have severely to shop. Every business to some degree the losses resulting from those defaults cut back in lending. So, for example, depends on this credit process for what that are taking place.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.001 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD September 30, 2008 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 23431 This is an issue I raised before about they would otherwise, leaving our and the foreclosures that are mount- credit card reform. We need to pursue graduates with crushing debt. We are ing. reform in several sectors of our finan- already seeing so many of our children The credit crunch affects your mort- cial industry. We already have credit graduate with enormous debt. They gage even if you pay it on time because card debt in this country that collec- graduate with a diploma in one hand if you have a mortgage, whether you tively equals $850 billion. Now we are and enormous debt in the other one. pay it on time or not, you are going to seeing the consequences of those who That is only going to rise under the find it difficult, if not impossible, to find themselves using their credit cards current circumstances—crushing debt refinance your mortgage or to take out in this economy who ultimately are before they even enter the job market. a second mortgage if you need it for facing higher interest rates and, should When they do leave school and start the college education of your children they be somewhat late, higher fees for to look for a job, at this point, these or if, God forbid, there is an illness in those payments for being slightly late. graduates in the next year or two are your family that isn’t covered by the Then we will see a ripple effect of those going to be greeted by one of the worst insurance you have, if you have insur- fees pushing people beyond their lim- job markets in 5 years. We are already ance, or if you are underinsured. You its, and when they get pushed beyond at 6.1 percent unemployment and ris- are going to find yourself with higher their limits artificially, they are in de- ing. We will see inaction only create a rates and different lending conditions. fault. When they are in that default, greater percentage of unemployment Your neighbors who are struggling they find themselves with a whole host than we have experienced, and that and who are walking away from their of new charges that continue to push will be some of the highest unemploy- homes because there is a padlock on up their debt. We need to do something ment we have seen in well over a gen- the front door—their loss; you may about this situation. But it is part of eration. think they maybe didn’t make the the reality of our present existence In addition to burdening young peo- right decisions, maybe they are part of that, in fact, we see this driving up as ple who are just about to launch their that 6.1 percent unemployment who careers, failing to act will exacerbate we speak. That is a consequence to the lost their jobs and now find themselves the already difficult situation facing average consumer in this country. in a set of circumstances where they I had a teacher in New Jersey who re- those who are winding down their ca- cannot meet the mortgage payment, cently showed how hard it is getting reers and looking forward to retire- maybe some should have known better. for anyone to get a car loan. This ment. We saw yesterday that the Dow But regardless of the circumstances, teacher is not living within the com- lost the equivalent of $1.2 trillion in whether they lost their job, don’t have value. That is not just about wealthy munity in which she teaches. She has the income stream they had before to people who have money to make in- to drive there. It is not a location pay their mortgage, or whether it is be- vestments in stocks. That is about where public transit is easily available. cause they were led to bad mortgages— those who have 401(k)s, that is about This teacher in New Jersey, who has I have people come into my Senate of- pension plans that make investments driven to work every day for the past fices in New Jersey, and when we look on behalf of their pensioners, that is few years, has to buy a new car because at their information, we see they could about a broad breadth of all of us. have been very responsible borrowers hers is broken down. But the auto lend- Failing to act exacerbates the al- at fixed rates, but they were led to ing market essentially has been closed ready difficult situation facing those mortgage instruments that, yes, were to buyers with credit scores of less who are winding down their careers lower at the beginning but ultimately than 720. and looking forward to retirement. ballooned later. It is a crime that those By the way, 720 is an excellent score. When I looked before, the Dow was mortgage lenders drove them to those Yet finding the resources for an auto going back up, but the problem is that products, knowing they could have loan, not having the money to put it we see no sense of stability. Losses are all out to purchase a car up front in real. It is not just the point on the been a very responsible borrower and cash—they need the opportunity to get Dow; it is the overall S&P performance had the ability to pay a long-term loan access to that auto loan, and even with as well. These people will see their dec- at a fixed rate, they led them to those scores of 720 or less, they are finding it ades of savings continue to shrink products and had them choose a mort- increasingly difficult to do so. Even if smaller and smaller as their IRAs, gage product where now they find they have some savings and just want a 401(k)s, and mutual funds drop in themselves losing their home. Neighborhoods with foreclosures modest new car to take them where value. they need to go to work, unless they Yesterday’s stock market alone ac- bring down home values for everyone have excellent credit, they quite sim- counted for approximately a $1.2 tril- in that community. I looked at the ply are not going to get a loan to get lion loss. Without action, those losses Center for Responsible Lending, and I that car. will only get worse. looked at what they are saying about If we don’t act soon, we are going to I know that a lot of people do not some of our challenges. In New Jersey see students who will have trouble pay- want to look at their 401(k)s right now, alone, there are approximately 53,000 ing for their education. Parents trying but everyone is going to have to look homes, and rising, in foreclosure. By to save for their children’s college edu- at them eventually. Those on the cusp the way, we are not the worst State in cation will see their investments of retirement cannot afford to wait the Nation in this regard but by way of shrink, along with the stock market. several years for the market to sta- example. What does that mean? That College endowments that invest in the bilize on its own. They will be forced to affects neighborhoods and other homes stock market are also getting hit hard, stay in the job market long after they and becomes a multiplier effect of which makes it harder for them to pro- planned on retiring. That is a cruel re- enormous proportions. vide financial assistance to students. ality for people who have worked a life- When a home forecloses in your If students need loans—and I know in time to help create families, build com- neighborhood, the overall value of my own life, someone who grew up poor munities, and now find themselves in homes in that neighborhood falls. In in a tenement, the first in my family this challenge as they go into those New Jersey, that is the equivalent of to go to college, if it wasn’t for what years in which they thought their hard about an $11,000 loss on your home. we have done in the Federal Govern- work would pay off. These hard-work- Having done absolutely nothing, pay- ment through Pell grants and Perkins ing Americans, who worked hard their ing your mortgage, being responsible, loans and also through other loans, I whole lives, need us to act in a strong you still lost $11,000 on your home be- would not have been the first in my and sensible way to ensure that 30 cause of foreclosures taking place in family to go to college and then law years of savings do not get largely your neighborhood. When there is a school. eliminated within 30 days. multiplicity of those foreclosures tak- Students who manage to find loans Let’s talk about mortgages, which is ing place in your neighborhood, it will carry a higher interest rate than at the heart of what our challenges are drives the value down even more.

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Change is a good part of what we When that happens, there are two deci- million Americans lose their jobs to are seeking to do with an institution sions to make. Either you cut serv- achieve that result. We can’t let the that has a long history of being suc- ices—police, fire, education—or you entire system fail to punish the few cessful on behalf of the taxpayers. have to raise taxes collectively. Of who brought us to where we are today. I also hope we will look at home- course, that has a spiraling effect in We have already lost over 600,000 jobs owners. I had a pastor in my home and of itself. this year alone. We have a 6.2-percent State of New Jersey who had been This foreclosure crisis is very much a unemployment rate—the highest in 5 working with not only his congrega- reality not only for those who are los- years. In some communities, such as tion but others with his community de- ing and/or have lost their homes, but it the Latino community, it is 8 percent velopment organization to try to save is very real for those of us who still unemployment and rising. We have to homes. We are told that, in fact, we are have a home because our home simply be very clear. If the crisis continues, it getting the lenders and the banks to isn’t worth as much as we paid for it. is going to drastically change our way reconsider the mortgages and refinance The credit crunch makes it harder to of life for the worse. So doing nothing them and work with people so they can get financing to go buy a home pres- is not an option. If we don’t shore up stay in their home and be responsible ently. We have a story of someone who, the economy’s foundation, the floor is borrowers. It is better to have a per- totally responsible, good job, buys a going to cave in on all of us. We have forming mortgage versus one that is condo and gets preapproved for their to do something to thaw out the credit nonperforming and is a negative asset loan and they sign a contract. But a market, restore trust in our financial to that bank. So if we can keep people week before the closing, they are told system, and put out this economic in their homes, making it a performing the market in which they have pur- wildfire before it is too late. mortgage and making sure it is, in chased is declining and now they have Once we saw centuries-old financial fact, an asset and not a liability to to come up with twice the downpay- institutions fail, once we saw our cred- those institutions, we should do that. ment they had originally been ap- it markets freeze up and Americans’ Yet recently we had a situation—one proved for. So that may mean that savings begin to disappear, the ques- example—of a home in New Jersey with home doesn’t get sold, that person has tion wasn’t do we have to act, the ques- a $238,000 mortgage. The homeowner to make other choices or, if they have tion was how to craft a plan that would was in foreclosure crisis. They offered any assets to meet the greater down- work and would give maximum protec- to give $220,000 of the $238,000 through payment, they now have to make other tion to the taxpayers who might fund the community development corpora- choices in their lives as well. So the it. tion. The bank said no. So they are house sits on the market continuing to Now, I believe there is something getting zero. Instead of getting zero, lose value and affects the values of all that wasn’t in the plan but that should they were going to get $220,000 of the other homes in that neighborhood. be included, and I appreciate Senator $238,000—an $18,000 difference—and they That has a consequence for all of us. OBAMA’s suggestion of it today, where said no. So the community develop- I have tried to outline what some of he proposed lifting the current limit on ment corporation went to the fore- the challenges are. Let me talk about the Federal Deposit Insurance from its closure sale and bid the $238,000, the what I hope we will consider moving current limit of $100,000 to $250,000. He full amount of the mortgage. What did toward. As bad as the situation has said he believed it would be: the bank do? They bid it up to $240,000. gotten, with hundreds of thousands of A step that would boost small businesses, So they preferred to have this person Americans losing their jobs and mil- make our banking system more secure, and go in foreclosure. They bid more than lions losing their homes, energy and help restore public confidence in our finan- they were even getting on the mort- health costs sky-high, with businesses cial system. gage, even though they could have been in trouble and loans of any kind incred- Right now, the Federal Deposit In- made whole, and at the end of the day ibly hard to come by, most Americans surance Corporation guarantees depos- they had a mortgage that was nonper- have been morally opposed to the res- its up to $100,000 for every citizen or forming. So we need to do a lot better, cue plan leaders in Congress and the business. Meaning that if the bank goes a lot better at what is the core of the administration presented. Most Ameri- down, the Federal Government guaran- problem. cans aren’t too interested in a plan tees your first $100,000 are safe. This I think the New York Times said it that risks rewarding those who got us would raise that limit, at least for a well when they said: into this mess, and they are absolutely period of time. Homeowners were also given short shrift right to be outraged. The FDIC has a long history of expe- with provisions that mainly urged lenders I, personally, as someone who in rience in protecting taxpayers from an and the Treasury to do more to help them. infusion of public capital, especially by That’s unconscionable. The financial crisis is March of 2007, at a Senate Banking as much a problem for homeowners as for Committee hearing, raised the fact preferred stocks and warrants. They Wall Street investment bankers. Appeals to that we were going to face a tsunami of know what is the right stock and war- lenders’ better natures has not worked to foreclosures and that we should be rant. These are the guarantees for tax- bring lasting relief to homeowners. If they ahead of the curve and deal with that payers. It would stop the flight by are still not working in the coming months, reality, unfortunately, had the admin- small businesses from some banks to Congress needs to revisit the issue. istration say to me at that hearing those banks that are considered too big I agree with them totally. It should that it was an exaggeration. Well, un- to fail but leaves other institutions be a basic principle of our actions now, fortunately, we haven’t even seen the without the resources to be part of the that if we have to rescue Wall Street crest of that tsunami, and this is the lending that is necessary in the com- from their profit-seeking failures, we issue that is at the core of our chal- munity. Deposits would stay in these should also rescue homeowners, many lenge. So I am, personally, incredibly institutions because there would be of whom are in trouble through no angry that the greatest economy in the newfound confidence, and others would fault of their own. Remembering Main world has been brought to this point. now be depositing their money because Street is beneficial to all of us, and re- But let us be very clear: Those people they would have a higher insurance membering that a foreclosure in our who brought us into this process have level, of up to $250,000, which would neighborhood affects the value of every to be brought to justice, but while we provide liquidity to lend to those very house on the block and brings down the consider that, the reality is we are all businesses that may be placing their broader economy, it doesn’t make

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That is incredibly cesses in the marketplace in a way said in that book: In whatever arena of important. One of those ways is that ultimately leads us to where we life one meets the challenge of courage, through Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. are today. no matter the sacrifices he makes—the They are now Federal entities. Not So we never find ourselves in this po- loss of his friends, his fortune, his con- only were they federally backed at one sition again if we pursue robust regula- tentment, even the esteem of his fellow time, but they have now been taken tion and its enforcement. If we do not man—the stories of past courage can over by the Federal Government. They do that, we will send the message that teach, they can offer hope, and they do not need legislation to have a 90-day it is okay for firms to behave reck- can provide inspiration, but they can- freeze on mortgages that may be in lessly, and we will be forced to follow not provide courage itself. For this, foreclosure. We can try to rework those this challenge further down the line. each man—and, I would add, each mortgages and make them performing I do not mean to say that the move- woman—must look into his own soul. loans and keep people in their homes. ment toward a rescue plan, with some Preventing collapse, helping those in We can make them positive assets of the additions I talked about, wheth- need—that is our challenge. I hope versus negative assets for the bank, er in that plan or following on, is going that, with some changes and a commit- and that is one thing we can do with- to bring the sunlight of prosperity to- ment to do more in the mainstream out any action. But we need the Gov- morrow. I think no one here should be- economy, we will have every Member ernment and the administration to lieve that. But the consequences would look in their own soul and provide the move in that direction. That also fur- be far greater. courage that is necessary to do what is I think it was said best in the past ther limits taxpayer exposure. right for our country and its people. Finally, let’s go back to that poll. when President Hoover said, ‘‘The fun- I yield the floor. What did Americans say? They under- damental business of the country is on The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- stand this is a crisis, but they don’t see a sound and prosperous basis.’’ Well, we ator from Connecticut. the connection in their lives, and I are not on a sound and prosperous Mr. DODD. Before my colleague from have tried to make that. They also basis. It sounds similar to some of the New Jersey leaves the floor, I wish to didn’t think there was enough in the comments being made today. We need commend him for his comments. I had package to deal with the challenges to address some of these fundamentals. an opportunity—I was not on the floor they face. Therefore, I know our col- This in and of itself will not be it. the whole time but was in the adjoin- So I hope the Senate will stay even leagues, many on the other side of the ing offices. Of course, with modern after we meet this challenge in the aisle, didn’t vote for the stimulus pack- technology, we have the opportunity to next day or so, and hopefully the House age we offered as Democrats. But it is listen to each other and express our will follow the leadership that has time to hear what Americans are say- views. I commend him on his. It was a taken place here. I hope we will under- ing to you. It is time for a new eco- very thorough and important hour to stand that there are still challenges in nomic stimulus package targeted at take. We have few opportunities which creating hundreds of thousands of the days ahead. The administration has left us with bad choices, but they are allow us to have a chance to lay this good-paying jobs so we can offset the out as the Senator from New Jersey 600,000 that were lost over the course of choices, nonetheless, that we have to deal the best and act on in the Nation’s has just done, going back and exam- this year and to prevent cuts in critical ining sort of the autopsy of all of this. services for millions of Americans. I interests at the end of the day. As a member of the Banking Com- We are sort of caught up in the mo- hope we will revisit that. ment and exactly what is happening We should institute a loan program mittee, I agree with Chairman DODD. We should have sessions to look very from moment to moment with the to help jump-start one of the most im- stock market and the bond market, the portant economic engines in America— closely at the regulations we need, this administration and the one in the fu- credit markets across the country and small business. As I have said before, the unemployment numbers. But I because of this severe credit crunch, ture. This one does not have too much left to it to adopt. We need a strong re- think going back and understanding many small businesses—especially the genesis of this is tremendously val- those starting out but many well-es- sponse, but we need one that is well calibrated, has the appropriate over- uable. We have some very important tablished businesses—are having trou- and difficult decisions to make in the ble finding credit on the private mar- sight, and we want to make sure Main Street is protected as much as Wall next few days that are critically impor- ket. I think emergency loans should be tant. He has outlined them as well. available to small business along the Street. The financial crisis we face is not an None of them are perfect. None of us lines of what we provide during a nat- academic exercise. I know some people like being here. But we have a chal- ural disaster. This is a pretty big finan- talk about this esoterically. It is not lenge in front of us. cial storm, and temporary relief can an academic exercise. I hope people do I think he did an admirable job of ex- make a big difference. After all, these not treat it that way because in an plaining this, of where we have come are the businesses that create 75 per- academic exercise, you can be wrong and the idea of how we come back to cent of America’s jobs. and the consequences are not great. If the decision we make in the next 24 or Tom Friedman put it well when he we think this is an academic exercise 48 hours but also what needs to be done said: and we are wrong, then the con- after that to make sure we do not find If our economy were a car, the financial ourselves back here in a matter of markets would be the transmission, but sequences will be very significant. It is they’re not the engine. The engine of Amer- a threat to our everyday way of life, weeks or months grappling with even ican prosperity is American innovation. And and if we do not act, we risk the flood more compound and difficult economic until we get that engine revved up again, in- of suffering washing over the entire choices. vesting in higher education and advanced en- country. So I did not want to miss the oppor- ergy, we are going to be driving over a rough This is one of those moments that tunity to come out and thank you. stretch of road. each Member of the Senate and each Mr. MENENDEZ. I appreciate Sen- Most importantly, if the Federal Member of the House must look to de- ator DODD’s words, and I appreciate, Government is either going to take on termine the courage that is necessary above all, his leadership on the Bank- these bad assets or find some other way to act in the face of something that is ing Committee and here in this institu- of capitalization, there must be regu- not very popular, obviously. tion. You took a document that was

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REID—I know from having met with so often do, on other chapters of his- Above all, I appreciate the state- him earlier today—is in constant con- tory which confronted our great Re- ments you have made moving beyond sultation and discussions with the public and other nations, because this the immediate crisis, the leadership leadership of the Republican minority is a global problem, as the chairman you will exert on the committee to of this body as well as the Democratic knows. I put together some remarks have us immediately look at some of and Republican leadership of the other that I thought something of giving on these other challenges which are in- body, the House of Representatives, to the floor at some point in time. But I credibly important for the Nation and determine when and how we can go for- went back to a very famous letter. And a reassurance to the American people. ward on the legislation that we crafted the reason I raise this, I think my good I appreciate the Senator’s leadership. both here and there over the last 2 friend, the Senator from Connecticut, Mr. DODD. I thank the Senator for weeks to respond to this economic cri- and I have discussed many times the that. The Senator has pointed out, of sis we are in. chapter of history during World War II course, just as the Presiding Officer, I am proud to have been involved, and the role your father played at the his great interest in these matters, and and I am sad to have been involved. conclusion of that war in terms of the the Senator from New Jersey is, of Normally, we craft bills and we take Nuremberg Trials. You yourself have course, a very worthwhile member of pride in the fact that we are solving a written eloquently on this period. So our committee, as is the Presiding Offi- problem, and I hope we are in this case. just by coincidence, I went back and I cer. But I am fairly confident we will be thought about the year 1941 and, in As we look at these questions, and I able to get to another vote and that particular, January of 1941 when Great intend to do that. In fact, I am not the other body will bring up the matter Britain at that time was undergoing going to wait long. Our intention is as well. The order of all of this is being the full wrath of all of Hitler’s military that on the committee, we will move discussed as you and I stand in this might. It was one of the darkest hours aggressively—in a matter of days—to Chamber. No final conclusions have in the long history of the British Em- examine further as to how we arrived been reached about that, but I know pire. in this situation, No. 1; No. 2, to mon- people are working hard to determine You recall that Roosevelt penned a itor how the bromide that we have how best to proceed forward. short note, a letter, to Churchill, and it been offered by the Secretary of the The last thing we need is to have this was hand delivered to Churchill by Treasury, the solution to all of this, is not work again. We better decide Wendell Willkie, who was coinciden- working; and then thirdly, of course, whether we are serious about this. This tally in London. Roosevelt chose the how do we reconstruct or construct is a difficult vote—I would not suggest first five lines of that famous poem of anew the architecture for a 21st-cen- otherwise—but it is an important one. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow: tury financial services economy or one I know that those who cast votes yes- THOU, too, sail on, O Ship of State! that depends upon financial services as terday are having some second Sail on, O UNION, strong and great! much as this one does? thoughts about the condition they Humanity, with all its fears, Clearly, the architecture of our regu- placed us in and are trying to find a With all the hopes of future years, latory system, some rules of which go way to get back on track again. So I Is hanging breathless on thy fate! back to the 19th century—many, of am very optimistic we can do that. I And I simply say to those, the leader- course, were adopted in the wake of the know the White House is now engaged ship of our body and the leadership of Great Depression back in the 1920s and much more aggressively than it has the House, they might read that be- 1930s—needs to be revisited. The world been on this issue, which I welcome. I cause that is how serious this problem is a very different place today, much know the leadership of the House is is. It may have some parallels. That more complicated, global in its com- also working on this. I do not want to was a war, but in a sense we are in an plexity, and clearly warrants a fresh predict things with any great cer- economic titanic struggle to regain, in look at some new structures. And it is tainty, but I am quite confident we are the United States, the confidence my intention as the committee chair- working in the right direction and we among our citizens—I am not talking man, along with my colleagues who should end up with a very positive re- about Wall Street or Main Street, I am serve on the committee and others who sult within the next 24 or 48 hours. talking about every citizen—a sense of are involved in these issues, that we Mr. WARNER. I thank the distin- confidence and how we must hence- begin our work very quickly to address guished chairman of the Senate Bank- forth conduct our business for the bet- those questions. ing Committee for those remarks. I ter, the greater betterment for all I see my friend and colleague from found the work product that you and Americans, whether they are rich or Virginia. Of course, the irony or ironies others produced and which was distrib- poor. is I was just about to talk about him, uted yesterday to be of great value. I I just thought of that stanza. I found and this was not prearranged, him ar- was prepared to move forward and add a great deal of encouragement and fell riving on the floor, and he may have my voice in support. But I yield now, of off to sleep thinking maybe tomorrow some comments to make as the system course, to the circumstances as the will be a better day. Thus far it seems here allows us to go back and forth. I consequence of the House’s action last to me it has been productive. really came over to commend Senator night. I thank the Senator. I enjoy always MENENDEZ, but I have some comments I think the leadership on both sides talking history with my friend from I want to make about my friend from is very diligent; that is, the leader- Connecticut. Virginia, but I do not want to deprive ship—our Senate distinguished major- Mr. DODD. I love that as well. My him of the opportunity to be heard. ity leader, Senator REID, and Senator colleague from Virginia, during mo- Mr. WARNER. No. I have been very MCCONNELL, the minority leader—is ments of stress and strain over the honored to be on the floor in connec- working on this, and I do hope we can years, when it looks as though all is tion with certain tributes, and I just by bring this to some sort of a resolution lost and we could never come back to- coincidence am here. But I am hopeful tomorrow. gether, he has pulled me aside in one that the distinguished chairman could You know, it is interesting, as I sit corner or niche of this building, and I maybe tell us, the Senate—I am quite here to talk to the Senator from Con- can hear him say it over and over anxious; I have been here throughout necticut, our friendship goes back al- again, in the words of Winston Church- the day, most of it—what is the state most the full 30 years I have been in ill: Never, never, never give in. We are of the resolution of this very important the Senate. And last night, when I at one of those moments.

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I wish you great luck in all He paused when he stood up for several hardware built. of your work, and good fortune, be- seconds and said nothing at all, and the I thought to myself, what an incred- cause it is so vitally important not just room quieted, as you might imagine, to ible gesture at a moment like this, the at home but indeed for the whole a stillness. The first words of John sensitivity, the appreciation, seeking world. Stennis were: I am a Senate man. out a first edition copy of Jack Lon- JOHN WARNER I thought, what a remarkable mo- don’s ‘‘The Seawolf,’’ the very program Mr. DODD. I thank the Senator. This ment, how he began his discourse with we were talking about. That is the is not a prearranged or prestaged us, those of us who were new, by de- kind of person JOHN WARNER has been. event. It was my intent at this moment scribing himself as a person of this in- While there will be great debate and to spend a few minutes talking about stitution. JOHN WARNER is a Senate discussion, and he has certainly done a my friend from Virginia with whom I man. He has done many things of great fantastic job working with CARL LEVIN have just shared, once again, another import in his life. But if I were to be on the Armed Services Committee and memorable moment, as he talks about asked by people what is a good example has been a great custodian of guaran- the moment we are in. That is char- of a Senate person—I guess more politi- teeing and protecting our Nation’s se- acteristic of my friend from Virginia. cally correct today, given the fact that curity during that tenure, it is those One of the reasons he will be missed, we have a lot of diversity of gender in moments of arriving home that night with his well-deserved retirement, is this institution—JOHN WARNER has many years ago and picking up that that throughout my 28 years here—ac- been a Senate person. He understood book that I still cherish and have by tually I have known JOHN WARNER a the historical value of this institution the way. I will read it to my daughters bit longer than that, but we have and the importance it continues to at an appropriate time in their lives, a served here together for almost three play. While we have had our differences great story in and of itself. It is mo- decades—in every moment I can think philosophically, we have enjoyed great ments like that. I wish you the very best, dear friend. of that we have been in a moment not friendship on a personal level. Mr. WARNER. Mr. President, I thank unlike the moment we are in—none I cherish in my office a wonderful quite so grave economically—it has al- my friend. I must say to you that John photograph of JOHN WARNER and I sail- Stennis, if I had to name five individ- ways been the posture and position of ing together in my Old Friendship uals in this institution—I think I have JOHN WARNER to see this body not as sloop off the coast of Connecticut and one that is divided by this architec- served with 272 Senators—John Stennis Rhode Island, enjoying great dinners tural divide that separates us by party, would be one. He was a magnificent together, a game of tennis every now which must confound and confuse the man. As a matter of fact, I have his old and then over the years. So beyond the public as they look at us, wondering if desk. In his final days here he called political discourse and the substantive we ever begin to think of ourselves as me in one day and he said: I want you debates or disagreements, there are re- Americans with a great privilege of to have this desk. Of course, it was a serving in this historic institution, lationships here that are far more sig- long story, but there it is. I still have that we would come together to find nificant on a human level than that. it in my office. He was a great teacher. I was thinking the other day about solutions to problems. Scoop Jackson was another great one of these battles that goes on from It has been characteristic of JOHN teacher. I hope some of the young Sen- time to time. This one was over which WARNER, from the first moments I have ators, that maybe they have learned known him, to always see this divide as State was going to win the contract to from you and me. Who knows. But in being sort of a silly barrier; that it build the Seawolf submarine. The Pre- those days, those were men of formi- probably would be a wise, although siding Officer from Rhode Island would dable strength intellectually, com- probably not a welcome idea, that the have certainly taken the side of the mand presence, and they were great seating arrangements ought not to be New England point of view. It was a se- teachers. Stennis was foremost among based on party but maybe some other rious discussion about whether it them all. configuration where you actually have would be in Newport News or in Con- I thank my dear friend for his com- to sit next to someone you may dis- necticut and Rhode Island that the ments. agree with or of a different party from contract would be awarded. There was Mr. DODD. I thank my friend for his time to time. That, in itself, may serve a lot of jockeying back and forth, a se- distinguished career. There are plenty as a crucible in which better decisions rious debate and discussion. It ulti- of references to that in the RECORD. I might be reached. mately worked out well for both States thought I would share at least a couple I am going to miss him very much on and the country as a result. But the of personal anecdotes. many different levels. We have only final decision came down that Con- Mr. WARNER. We finally solved the served on a couple of committees to- necticut was going to be awarded that submarine problem by, I think you gether over the years, not by choice contract. built part of the ship—we call them but by circumstance. Yet on those oc- In a moment like that, after weeks ships now rather than boats—and we casions, I have enjoyed immensely the and weeks of back and forth, you might built the other part. They are put to- work of JOHN WARNER. There have been expect that the delegation or the Mem- gether in the yards of the two. They times—and he will remind me often— ber you have been dealing with on the are sailing the seven seas today. That when we haven’t shared a philosophical other side would feel embittered or program is running on, and our sole standpoint in common over the years. upset, a variety of emotions that would production of submarines now is in But on levels far more significant and normally be put on the negative side of Connecticut and in Virginia, putting far more important to me—and I would the ledger. I don’t think I have ever the parts together. hope with other Members as well—my told this to too many of our colleagues. Mr. DODD. That is right. We hope it relationship with JOHN WARNER is one I arrived back in my apartment that works. At the time that happened, I based on a love of this institution, the night feeling good about the result and kept thinking of the person who once importance of it. The hope and the as- the fact that it worked out well. And described a camel as being a horse that pirations of a people depend upon it. there on the outside of my door was a was designed by Congress in the sense That, more than anything else, is what package. I opened it and there was a of building two parts of this boat and I have enjoyed so much about working first edition copy of Jack London’s welding them together. It was a perfect with JOHN WARNER, his reverence for ‘‘The Seawolf.’’ It was sent to me by congressional result of a matter. None- this body. my colleague from Virginia, with a theless, I cherish those comments.

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If I could, one is my great friend ing with a colleague of a different Thanks to PETE’s relentless vigi- from Nebraska, CHUCK HAGEL, with background, putting aside ideology and lance, I am confident that safe and se- whom I have served on both the Bank- politics to work together to find new cure nuclear energy, which I happen to ing and the Foreign Relations Commit- and innovative ways to address the Na- be a supporter of as well, will play a tees for the past 12 years, truly a won- tion’s most urgent priorities. That is large role in helping us address one of derful person. We have worked together CHUCK HAGEL, a remarkable person and our largest problems in the years on a number of issues. a very good Senator over the years. Pa- ahead. Because of PETE, last year over He got his first job at 9 years of age triotic, never partisan, tough but fair, 5 million children in 51 counties stud- when he began to help his family eco- always engaged, sometimes even ied what character means in the class- nomically. He was 16 when his dad died confrontational, but never, ever bellig- room. PETE and I are the authors of and took over raising his family along erent, a strong Member. This institu- that idea. It started out as a small idea with his mother. I believe most of my tion will miss CHUCK’s ability to tran- in his State and my State, to insist colleagues are aware that he was a true scend politics and serve the American that part of the day, on the athletic hero of the Vietnam war. He saved his people. As such, the people of Nebraska fields, in classes—not just for some 15 brother who, in fact, was serving with deserve our thanks for sending CHUCK minutes—students embrace one of the him in that conflict. HAGEL to serve with us over these past six pillars of great character and make He has done a remarkable job in his 12 years. I will miss him. We all wish it a part of the seamless garment of a public service years as well. We serve him the very best. He served our Na- classroom. on the Foreign Relations Committee tion very well during his service. Today, as I say, in 51 counties, as together and the Banking Committee. PETE DOMENICI well as in virtually almost every State, Whether the issue has been Iraq, Ser- The last Member I want to talk Character Counts is there, to help chil- bia, or Croatia, Cuba, regardless of who about is PETE DOMENICI with whom I dren learn early on the importance of comes before our committee, no one have had the privilege of working on so what honesty and integrity mean, asks tougher questions or gets many issues over the years. In fact, among the other pillars of good char- straighter answers than CHUCK HAGEL. only a few weeks ago I was honored to acter. On Cuba, for instance—again, an ex- be asked to come and speak on behalf Yet when we talk about PETE and plosive issue politically—CHUCK and I of PETE DOMENICI in Las Cruces at New what he has accomplished for our com- offered a resolution to end the embargo Mexico State University where the munities and our country, we would be in Cuba because we agreed that the Center for Public Policy is named for doing a great disservice if we were to current policy toward the island has PETE DOMENICI. It was quite a gath- sum up his legacy as some series of failed the Cuban people and the Amer- ering at which I was the keynote issues. My affection for these Members ican people alike and because we re- speaker, where PETE was being recog- I am talking about transcends the sub- fused to let America wait on the side- nized for his contribution to the State stantive issues which they have cham- lines while the future of one of our and our country. pioned over the years. It goes deeper closest neighbors is determined by oth- Jim Baker, former Secretary of than that. ers. State, spoke at the conference as well PETE’s contribution to the Senate It is that kind of courage that he over that weekend. It was quite a gath- will be measured in a volume of bills he brings to the debate, kind of blows ering of people from that State to ex- introduced with a number of votes he through it all and says: What is the press their appreciation for PETE’s 36 took; some 13,000, by the way, for right thing for our country and, in this years of serving the people of his home which I think there are only 8 or 10 case, the people of Cuba? State. Again, a legislative record that Senators who have a similar record. On the Banking Committee, CHUCK is clear and almost without peer in But who PETE DOMENICI is, is much and I worked for months to reinvent many ways. more than that. Long before he was a the infrastructure of our Nation with Because of PETE DOMENICI our coun- Senator, PETE was a wonderful father the creation of a national infrastruc- try will soon recognize that mental ill- and husband. He grew up in a remark- ture bank, 21⁄2 years developing that ness is as serious as any physical ill- able family, an immigrant family to bill. In fact, it was CHUCK who con- ness. He, TED KENNEDY and Paul our country—the classic American vinced me we ought to announce the Wellstone were so pivotal in making us story. Many of our fellow colleagues outcome of our work one day in August all aware of how important this issue can tell similar tales of how they ar- last year. I argued with him a bit. I is. Without PETE’s leadership, I don’t rived in this great Nation of ours and said: No one will pay any attention to think this would have happened. With- the contributions they have made. announcing an infrastructure bill in out PETE going to his colleagues and Long before he dreamt of becoming August. Who wants to hear about infra- saying: Let me tell you about my fam- chairman of the Senate Budget Com- structure in August. ily—he had the courage to talk about mittee, PETE was a boy counting pen- CHUCK said: No, let’s have that press his own family and what they have nies at his father’s grocery business in conference and let people know what been through—it has made a difference. New Mexico. So often all we hear about we are doing. Today millions of people will benefit as politicians is negativity—and it breeds We met in the gallery at 10 a.m. I a result of PETE’s leadership on an cynicism, too much, frankly. But in think we had two reporters who showed issue that is going to make a difference my experience, the most effective leg- up. I said: I think I was right, CHUCK. in their lives. Because of PETE’s leader- islators have remarkable strength and No one cares about infrastructure. ship, candidates for President in both an inner confidence. That is PETE By 5 o’clock that afternoon, CHUCK parties now acknowledge that we have DOMENICI in so many ways. HAGEL and I were on every TV screen to be serious about doing something You only need to know his wife in America because, regrettably, of the about global warming; again, serious Nancy, whom Jackie and I have gotten great tragedy in Minneapolis that oc- about reducing our emissions, ending to know—they are neighbors of ours on curred that afternoon. The bridge col- our dependence on oil. Capitol Hill. We have had wonderful lapsed. Of course, infrastructure was Again, JOHN WARNER and PETE dinners together on Sunday nights, the subject matter for the next weeks DOMENICI are classic examples of people with PETE doing some of the cooking, to come. So, once again, CHUCK HAGEL who step out of what you might nor- and Nancy, I suspect, doing most of it, understood the timing of an issue in mally associate them with on an issue but PETE taking credit for most of it,

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Together, these two people, Nancy of the Banking Committee. We have We were able to do some good things. and PETE, have raised eight wonderful not spent a lot of time on many issues I was fortunate, I was subcommittee children. As one of six myself, their together, but I can tell you, on issues chairman my freshman year. Senator house reminds me so much of growing such as regulatory reform and working WARNER will probably remember this. up in my own house—kids, very inde- together to see we had a good housing We worked on a number of things. One pendent thinkers, all challenging their bill last summer, WAYNE ALLARD was a of the things we worked on was Alar. It parents on every imaginable subject very constructive and positive member, was a product that people sprayed on matter, and then going out the door and he can be very proud of his con- cherries, apples, grapes to keep them and parroting their parents’ positions tribution to this body. from falling off the trees and vines on every issue—the parents never to Certainly, as to the landmark Trans- more quickly. We legislated and legis- appreciate the fact that their words portation bill we sent to the President lated, and we were never able to get were actually carrying the day. It can just a few years ago, WAYNE ALLARD anything passed, but we accomplished be messy in those households, but it is was as much responsible for that as what we set out to do because through never boring, and certainly never so in any Member of this body, coming from the hearing process we focused so much the Domenici household as well. a State where you normally would not attention on this that people stopped That is why there is one legislative think of transportation issues, cer- using it. accomplishment that best captures tainly not mass transit issues as being JOHN WARNER is a distinguished gen- PETE DOMENICI, and that is the Char- pivotal. But WAYNE ALLARD played a tleman. There is no more distinguished acter Counts bill that we started to- very important role in all of that. gentleman than the man we refer to as gether in 1994. Character Counts was So to WAYNE ALLARD, his wife Joan, JOHN WARNER—JOHN WILLIAM WARNER. founded on a simple notion: that core and their family, I wish them the very I love his stories. He talks about his ethical values are not just important best as well in their retirement years. dad who was a physician. to us as individuals, they form the Again, Mr. President, to my friend, When JOHN was 17, he had in his foundation of a democratic society as JOHN WARNER, a special thanks, my heart that it was important to wear well. dear friend. Now, when they say there the uniform of the American service- Values like trustworthiness and re- is a white-haired Senator roaming man. He volunteered for the Navy so he spect, responsibility and fairness, car- around the floor, they will not have to could fight in World War II. He says he ing and citizenship are at the core of guess whether it is the guy from Vir- did not do any fighting, but he would who PETE is as a human being. Despite ginia or the guy from Connecticut, un- have if he had been called upon to do the fact that it was PETE’s own family, less someone else arrives here with a so. heritage, and faith that taught him full head of white hair. So to the white- After his first tour of duty, he re- character’s importance—his mother haired caucus, again to JOHN WARNER, turned home to his native Virginia, and father, the nuns in his Catholic I thank you, dear friend. where he attended Washington and Lee school—he recognized something that Mr. WARNER. Mr. President, I thank University on the GI bill, and then the too often gets lost today: that in a so- our distinguished colleague. University of Virginia Law School, ciety that celebrates our differences— Mr. President, I see the distinguished which, by the way, then and is now a our heritage, our personal interests as majority leader. very difficult school to get in. It is al- individuals—character is the one thing Mr. REID. Mr. President, I am going ways rated as one of the top 10 law that transcends them, whether they be to give a speech regarding Senator schools in America. It is a great school. cultural, religious, economic, or social. WARNER in just a minute. His legal studies were interrupted Somewhere along the way we lost I suggest the absence of a quorum. again to be in the U.S. military, this that as a country. We forgot how im- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The time as an officer in the Marine Corps portant character is to the strength of clerk will call the roll. during the Korean war. His 10 years in our families, our communities, our in- The bill clerk proceeded to call the the Marine Corps earned him the rank stitutions, and who we are as individ- roll. of captain, CAPT JOHN WARNER. uals. Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- When he completed law school, he Quite frankly, when PETE retires at imous consent that the order for the was selected as a law clerk by one of the end of this year, in a matter of quorum call be rescinded. the outstanding and historic circuit days now, I am worried we will be los- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without court judges: E. Barrett Prettyman. ing a piece of that from the institution objection, it is so ordered. What a name: E. Barrett Prettyman. in which he and I serve—the value that JOHN WARNER But those of us who have been in the he has brought on this subject matter Mr. REID. Mr. President, it is very practice of law have always recognized and so many others. standard in the Senate, we say ‘‘the that Prettyman wrote some pretty So let me say thanks to PETE for his distinguished gentleman,’’ and we say opinions. He was a renowned lawyer warmth and friendship, and I wish him that a lot, and we mean it. But it is and, of course, now we have a Federal and Nancy the very best in the years to never more meaningful than when you courthouse named after Judge come. He is a remarkable individual refer to JOHN WARNER as a distin- Prettyman as a result of his being such and one who will make a difference in guished gentleman because that says it an outstanding judge. JOHN WARNER whatever he decides to do with the re- all. If there were ever a distinguished worked for him. mainder of his life. I thank him for all gentleman, JOHN WARNER is that per- After 4 years as an assistant U.S. at- of his contributions, and I look forward son. torney, JOHN WARNER was appointed to seeing him and Nancy as often as we I can remember when I first came to and confirmed as Under Secretary of can in the years to come. the Senate 22 years ago, I was so fortu- the Navy, then as Secretary of the WAYNE ALLARD nate. I was placed on the Environment Navy. Mr. President, I, again, want to say a and Public Works Committee. JOHN Then, one of my fond memories of kind word or two about WAYNE ALLARD WARNER, even though he had been here JOHN WARNER is his telling a story. He as well, who is retiring. We serve on a while, was one of the relatively new was Under Secretary; John Chafee, the Banking Committee together. He members of that committee. Some peo- whom I had the good fortune to serve

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It is a banquet ica’s alltime great legislators. He is an someplace else that was supplied to the in this beautiful home. So someone expert in a number of different areas: Secretary and the Under Secretary, with JOHN WARNER goes to the local national security. He is a champion for and they took off their fancy clothes law enforcement and says: Could you the men and women in the military, and came down to the Capitol Mall. help us? Because they thought maybe there is no question about that; he And look around they did. There were something was wrong. So the local dep- served as chairman and now the rank- tens of thousands of people here, tens uty comes and looks in the window ing member of the Senate Armed Serv- of thousands—hundreds of thousands of with everybody else, walks around the ices Committee; he is a leader on envi- people at the Mall. They were dem- house, and he comes to Senator WAR- ronmental issues; he served as long- onstrating against the war. Frankly, NER and says: Mrs. So-and-so is in her time senior member of the Environ- after listening to the speeches and vapors. The dinner will not go forward. ment and Public Works Committee, watching the crowd and seeing the fer- In Nevada, rather than ‘‘in her vapors,’’ where I had the pleasure of serving vor of the crowd, both Secretary we would have said she is too drunk to with him. Chafee and Under Secretary WARNER a have a party. But anyway, JOHN WAR- JOHN WARNER is going to return to returned to the Pentagon and rec- NER, being the gentleman he is, re- private life at the end of the year. The ommended to Melvin Laird that he bet- sponded that was okay. Although he family, our family, our Senate family ter take a close look at this war, that came to Virginia City, he did not have will lose a tremendous leader and things would have to change, based on dinner at that home that night. He friend. In a place where one’s integrity their observation of what was hap- went someplace else for dinner. is paramount, I have not known anyone pening on the Capitol Mall that day. I heard Senator DODD’s remarks more honest and honorable than JOHN That is JOHN WARNER perfectly de- about him. JOHN WARNER is a unique WILLIAM WARNER. I have served scribed: Someone who gathers the individual. I see the Presiding Officer throughout my career with lots of peo- facts, and after having an under- who is a brandnew Senator. During ple at city level, county level, State standing of the facts, issues his honest that time, we had something called the level, in the House of Representatives, opinion as to what is going on. He and nuclear option, and I heard Senator and in the Senate. I have served with John Chafee, two wonderful human COLLINS talk about this today. Senator hundreds and hundreds of men and beings, two dedicated servants of the COLLINS was talking about how JOHN women. There may be, JOHN WARNER, U.S. military returned back to the Sec- WARNER silently was the leader of that people who are as honest and as honor- retary of Defense and said: Things have situation that took place. I talked to able as you, but never have I met any- to change. JOHN WARNER during that period of one more honorable and more honest After serving in the Department of time. JOHN WARNER told me what he than you. Our country is grateful to the Navy, he did a number of other was going to do. I never once told any- you for your service. Even though the things. But the story I try to tell is, I one publicly what he said he would do, people of Nevada don’t know you, if repeat, a real JOHN WARNER portrayal but we all knew where he was. I knew they did, they would be as grateful as I because he is always eager to listen to where he was. He was on the right side am for what you have done for our all sides of an issue. He is always will- of the issue. Because of his credibility, country: Dedicated service in the Sen- ing to part from conventional wisdom the issue, with the help of some new ate, in the Armed Services Committee, in order to do the right thing, and then Senators such as the Presiding Officer for the cause of democracy. once he says he is going to do some- from Colorado, was settled to the good He knows everybody. I was talking to thing, that is it. So after serving in the of the country. him the day before yesterday when Department of the Navy, he decided he JOHN WARNER is a person who has Paul Newman died. I said: Did you would accept the challenge of being the class. He has clout and he has tremen- know Paul Newman? He said: Yes. My national coordinator for America’s bi- dous courage. JOHN WARNER was sitting son went with his daughter for a couple centennial celebration in 1976. As my as a Senator. A Democratic Senator years. I said to him: Was his daughter colleagues know, there are a lot of was his colleague. A person was run- as pretty as Paul Newman was hand- things that happened during that pe- ning as a Republican against his col- some? He said: More so. That kind of riod of time under his leadership. But league in the Senate, somebody whom speaks to his son, too, doesn’t it? as a little side story, there is a story JOHN WARNER didn’t agree with, and he JOHN WARNER, a man who had an es- about Virginia City, NV. Virginia City, said so. That takes courage. Think tate in Virginia, decided a number of NV, at one time was a thriving place of about that. You are a Republican from years ago to no longer have that and some 30,000 or 40,000. It was the reason a Republican State. You are sitting moved into the city. I wish I had the Nevada became a State so far ahead of with a Democrat. The person who is words to express, to communicate, to most Western territories. In 1864, we the nominee for the party is somebody tell him of my affection, my admira- became a State. But as part of his whom you would think the senior Sen- tion. But even though I may not be going around the country, as you do ator from Virginia would support. JOHN able to express it very well, I want when you have a job such as his, rais- WARNER, as a matter of conscience, JOHN WARNER to know that JOHN WAR- ing money and giving speeches, he was couldn’t do that, and he didn’t. Every- NER will always be in my heart. asked to go to Virginia City, this his- body said ‘‘that is the end of JOHN The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. toric place in Nevada. He had never WARNER. He will never get reelected.’’ SALAZAR). The Senator from Virginia been there. It is a very winding road to But, of course, it only caused his popu- is recognized. get up there, and it is a dangerous larity to grow in the State of Virginia Mr. WARNER. Mr. President, I think road. But he was looking forward to because they know JOHN WARNER is a sometimes Senators should be seen and being there because one of the patrons person who supports people for whom not heard from. That might be this mo- in the area—there are some people who they are, what they do, not any polit- ment for me. I am deeply moved and are wealthy in Virginia City—decided ical party. humbled by your comments, my dear to have dinner in honor of the bicen- JOHN WARNER was elected in 1978 to friend and leader of this body, at this tennial celebration. So JOHN WARNER the first of five terms representing the time. As I was talking with Senator and his entourage arrive in little Vir- Commonwealth of Virginia. Three DODD about history and how both of us ginia City, which now, by the way, is years ago, he became the second long- have an interest in the great events of

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Mr. President, I join in member of his own party with whom he didn’t dwell on those heavy matters. the tributes of my colleagues who are disagreed in a very public way, that We touched on the light ones as we leaving the Senate on the Republican wasn’t missed. We noticed all across talked together. How well I remember side. There are only three ways to America that you were willing to show you as the chairman of the committee; leave the Senate. You can retire, you that kind of courage. you remember we worked on batteries. can lose, or you can die. They have In the Senate recently, if Senator For some reason, the lead battery was chosen the best of the three options, to BARBARA BOXER was on the floor—if the center focus at that time. leave of their own will. she hasn’t already done it, I am sure Mr. REID. I say to my friend, now it The first Senator to whom I wish to she will when she returns—she will tell is a big issue. We tried a long time ago. pay tribute is on the floor. That is Sen- you, were it not for JOHN WARNER’s Mr. WARNER. That is right. But we ator JOHN WARNER of Virginia. I have leadership, the debate on the issue of got some money and put it into re- listened to the tributes from Senators global warming would not have gone search of batteries, which hopefully HARRY REID and CHRIS DODD and so forward in the Senate this year. Both might be contributing in the future to many others and I join in the chorus. I Senator WARNER and Senator our deliverance from the problems we will not recount JOHN’s illustrious ca- LIEBERMAN stepped up and found a bi- have with reliance on foreign oil and reer and service to our country. But he partisan approach to deal with this greater use of our motor vehicles oper- was kind enough a few weeks ago, when issue. We did not pass it. I wish we had. ated by natural gas. But I could go on. I called and said I do a cable show, can But we certainly engaged in debate Mr. REID. Mr. President, could I in- I drop by his office, and he agreed to it. many thought was impossible. We terrupt my friend and say one thing? I We have captured forever, in this little brought it to the floor. We engaged the wish to say this because I try not to be cable show I do, his office. Some of the Senate and the American people in a envious. Envy is not anything that is memorabilia tell the story of his life thoughtful consideration of an issue good, but I have to admit that I am so and the story of Virginia and the U.S. that will be here for generations to envious of your hair. I mean, for a Navy, I might add, and he also shared come. man—I mean, I am envious. I have to so many great stories of his service to I consider it a great honor to have acknowledge that. It is great. I wish I our country in so many different ca- served with JOHN. I think he is an ex- could get up in the morning and go to pacities—in the Navy, in the Marine ceptional individual. Virginia was the mirror and have that. lucky to have him as their voice in the Mr. WARNER. I am about breathless Corps, in the President’s Cabinet, and Senate for 30 years. America was lucky at the moment, but if you will spare in the Senate. me a minute to tell a story about that. I think of JOHN WARNER and his gen- to have him in service to our country My mother lived to be 96 years old and tlemanly ways as I hope not a throw- in so many different capacities. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- she bequeathed this to me. But I can back to the Senate of the past but per- ator from Virginia. tell you a number of times calls come haps an inspiration of the Senate of the Mr. WARNER. Mr. President, I thank into my office and people will inquire future because his friendship tran- my colleague for his very thoughtful and ask for the Secretary, not me, and scends party label. There have been times in the Senate remarks. Our relationship has been one they will say my husband has a bit of when he has proven, with his independ- that included both wives. I recall an a problem, but it can be solved if the ence, that he looks at issues honestly event we attended, and immediately Senator would say where he gets his and directly and sometimes has broken the next morning my wife received wig. So I am not—that is true. It has from the ranks of his fellow Repub- from you a book which she, being an happened about a dozen times in my 30 licans when he felt it was necessary. I avid reader, stayed in that book for the years. So that is one of the great know he thinks long and hard before he evenings that went on for a week or so. things—— Mr. REID. So you will forgive me of makes those decisions. That is the way this great institution my envy? There have been times when he works. It is not all on the floor before Mr. WARNER. Yes. showed extraordinary leadership dur- the television cameras. Mr. REID. Thank you. ing this contentious debate over this Senator DURBIN is a strong leader, a Mr. WARNER. But I thank my distin- war in Iraq. He and Senator LEVIN ex- tough adversary. I wish to say how guished leader. I also wish to say, on emplified the very best in the Senate. much I have enjoyed working with you behalf of my wife, the deep affection Even when they disagreed, they were through these years. I wish you and my our two wives have. They have been totally respectful of one another, they other colleagues well because you have privileged to serve the responsibility of were deferential to one another’s feel- a great challenge in the next few days shepherding the annual event for the ings and interest. Yet they served the or two. We have to solve—and you will First Lady. When that occurred in my national purpose by engaging in a be part of that leadership team dealing house, everything stopped. I mean all meaningful, thoughtful debate on an with it, along with colleagues on this engines, everything. The total focus for extremely controversial issue. side—we have to reach the right solu- weeks was that luncheon. I think my During the course of the last several tion to restore America’s confidence in wife succeeded your wife. years—JOHN WARNER may not remem- the lifeblood of this Nation; namely, its Mr. REID. That is right. ber this, but I will never forget it— economics. Mr. WARNER. My wife learned the when I got into hot water on the floor I thank the Senator. I wish to add meticulous manner in which your wife of the Senate for words that were spo- that my mother very proudly always planned that event. But the wives play ken, JOHN WARNER was one of the first claimed Illinois as her State. a vital role in this institution. While to come to me afterward. He put an Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, we are we sit here and have what I call the arm on my shoulder and said: Look, we honored being the home of your moth- good old democracy mind and we argue all make mistakes. Carry on. er’s birthplace. I failed to mention one between each other in the quietude of I know it is probably something he other bill that I think is so important, the evening, our wives will put us to- has forgotten, but I never will. I thank and that is the extraordinary assist- gether and all is forgotten. That is the him for that generous spirit and com- ance Senator WARNER gave to his col- strength of this institution. passion, which I hope will be part of league, Senator WEBB, when it came to I thank my good friend. I do not de- my public service career in the future, the new GI bill. That bill passed, and it serve the rich remarks he made, but I as has exemplified his own. He showed will dramatically improve the lives of

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WAYNE first to add he could never have mented parents, grew up as Americans, ALLARD is a colleague of mine who achieved it without the support of his never knowing any other life, any made a promise to the people of Colo- colleague from Virginia. other culture, maybe not knowing any rado that he would not run for reelec- Mr. WARNER. Mr. President, how other language but English, and now tion, and he kept his word. He did not thoughtful to raise that, not in the find themselves graduating high school stand for reelection this year. WAYNE context of this Senator but Senator with no country. They are told offi- and I had an interesting responsibility, WEBB. I have great respect for him, cially by American law they are not assignment, to deal with the legislative particularly his military career, which wanted or needed and asked to leave. appropriations bill. It does not get a is extraordinary, where mine is of far They have nowhere to go. This is home. lot of attention because it just deals less consequence. I joined him. He was They want a chance, just a chance to with Capitol Hill and the people who the leader on that legislation. I always be part of America’s future in a legal work here. But this Nation’s Capitol is said I was the sergeant in the mere way. a great American treasure. WAYNE ranks of his platoon. But it did, and it This DREAM Act has been controver- took it so seriously. He held more enabled me to add one more chapter to sial because it relates to immigration, thoughtful hearings about this Capitol what I have tried to do so much: to and that is not an easy issue. CHUCK and the new Capitol Visitor Center. He repay to the current generation, the HAGEL stepped up and cosponsored that asked the hard questions and did it in men and women who very bravely wear legislation with me, and I will never a respectful, gentlemanly way. I was the uniform, all the wonderful things forget it. It meant a lot for him to honored to sit next to him and to par- that were taught me by previous gen- show that kind of courage. ticipate in those hearings. erations of men and women who wore Even though we did not prevail, I came to know him and his family the uniform from whom I learned so someday we will, and when that day and respect him. We get to see one an- much throughout my entire career and comes, I will honor him on the floor for other in the Senate gym in the morn- public life. his exceptional courage on this matter ing. I go there in the morning for no That is landmark legislation, I say to that means so much to so many young obvious reason, but I get to at least so- my good friend from Illinois. It is people across our country. cialize with WAYNE and a number of something that is well-deserved for the PETE DOMENICI other colleagues. I am going to miss men and women and their families. I PETE DOMENICI of New Mexico has him and wish him the very best. commend you for bringing up that been an institution in the Senate for Those Senators leaving our ranks about our good friend and colleague, many years. It has been a pleasure to leave positive memories for this Sen- Senator WEBB. serve with him for 12. I once visited ator from Illinois. The fact that I have I yield the floor. New Mexico and went to a roadside been able to serve with them, know CHUCK HAGEL stand where they sell these Christmas them, and count them as friends, I Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, 12 years wreaths made out of chili peppers. count as one of the real blessings of my ago when I came to the Senate, I was There was a Mexican-American lady. I service in the Senate. joined by a new Senator from Ne- started to buy the Christmas wreath to The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- braska, CHUCK HAGEL. CHUCK became a take home to my family, and I said to ator from Rhode Island. friend, and we have worked together on her: So I understand you have a Sen- Mr. WHITEHOUSE. Mr. President, I a number of issues over the years. He ator in this State named DOMENICI. Oh, had occasion to share my thoughts also, in a weak moment, agreed to do I love PETE DOMENICI, she said, and about the Senator from Virginia before my cable show. I went to his office. We went on and on about what a great man and do not intend to expand on those talked about his background; first, his he was, how much she liked him. She remarks at this point other than to service in Vietnam, something I par- said: You know, I am a Democrat, but note that I think all of us, particularly ticularly admire, the courage he I am a Domenici Democrat. I always those of us who are new, very much showed in volunteering to serve in our voted for PETE. I think he is a good feel we are graced by this institution Army, and then coming together with man. and by the opportunity we have to his brother in the same unit and both He is a good man. He and his wife serve in it. Some of us have the oppor- of them under fire. Both of them served Nancy have raised a good family. He tunity to grace it back, and Senator our country in combat. He came back has done so many things. He feels pas- WARNER of Virginia has certainly done and was a successful businessman. He sionate about so many issues, but the that. went on to serve the people of Ne- one I wish to particularly credit him I ask unanimous consent that at the braska and eventually to serve in the for leadership on is the issue of mental conclusion of my remarks, the distin- Senate. health parity. guished Senator from Iowa, Mr. GRASS- We have worked over the years to- He and Paul Wellstone stood up on LEY, be recognized. gether. I have always found him to be that issue when nobody else would. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without a gentleman. His word is good, and he Paul passed away 6 years ago in a plane objection, it is so ordered. has the courage to step up and take a crash. We have continued to find a way Mr. WARNER. Mr. President, I wish position once in a while that may not to pass that bill. We still have a chance to express my appreciation, as always, be popular, even in Nebraska. in the closing hours of this session, and to my good friend. This man will leave I know his leadership on the issue of I hope we do. his mark in this institution. I tell all the war in Iraq will be remembered be- In a magnanimous gesture, PETE that with a great sense of pride, as will cause, during the last 2 years when we came forward and said this should be the Presiding Officer. I have come to struggled to find a way to bring this known as the Wellstone-Domenici bill; know him and work with him on many war to a close, he is one who would Paul Wellstone deserves top billing on occasions. cross the aisle and join us in an effort it. I am glad he did that. It showed I yield the floor. to find a reasonable way to end this character and the kind of man he is. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE INVESTIGATIONS conflict in an honorable manner. I re- We need to pass that bill before we go Mr. WHITEHOUSE. Mr. President, I spect him so much for that. home, not just for PETE DOMENICI and am particularly gratified to be speak- I have one special little measure of the memory of Paul Wellstone but for ing about this now because you, the gratitude for CHUCK HAGEL. There is a the millions of people across America distinguished Senator from Colorado, bill I introduced which is as near and counting on us to make sure victims of were formerly the attorney general

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Where is the At- Winston Churchill used to talk about the management level which cul- torney General in this? You have been the fine agate points on which great in- minated in the forced retirement—the an attorney general; I have been an at- stitutions and history turn. I think At- firing, if you will—of a significant torney general. What happens when torney General Mukasey is at one of number of U.S. attorneys for political you are in charge of an investigation those points, and the question for him reasons. The fallout from that disaster and your investigators are hampered now is, Do you blink or do you stand has obviously been profound: the At- and hindered in their investigation in a with your investigators? torney General resigned, the entire top way that leaves gaps in the investiga- Mr. President, I thank the distin- structure of the Department of Justice tion as a result of noncooperation by guished Senator from Iowa. I said I is gone, and a lengthy investigation your own administration? What do you would be brief, and I was only margin- has taken place into what happened. do? We were elected to our positions as ally brief. Perhaps by Senate standards In the last 2 days, the Office of In- attorney general. We would have I was brief but not by real standards, spector General at the Department of known what to do. and I appreciate his patience. Justice and the Office of Professional I think this is a very important mo- I yield the floor. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Responsibility of the Department of ment in the history of the Department ator from Iowa. Justice have released their report. It is of Justice. It is a contest of wills be- about this big—it is 348 pages, I think— tween the White House refusing to co- TAX TREATMENT HEALTH INSURANCE Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, I and I have been through it. operate and the Department of Justice First of all, I want to compliment the going about its legitimate investiga- want to visit with my colleagues for a Office of Inspector General and the Of- tive function. I think the Attorney bit about the tax treatment of health fice of Professional Responsibility on General has an important role. I think insurance. Republicans and Democrats who have studied the issue agree that the work they did. It is an exhaustive, it is vital for the Attorney General to the current tax treatment of health in- thorough, and profound piece of inves- stand with his investigators, with his surance is inequitable. Others believe tigative research. But what sticks out Office of Inspector General, and with our current tax rules increase health more than anything else from that re- his Office of Professional Responsi- care spending and contribute to the port to me is the fact that former bility. I think he has no choice, with- growing number of uninsured, to add to White House appointees refused to be out doing lasting damage to the De- other negative aspects of the present interviewed. The former counsel, a law- partment of Justice and creating for- tax treatment of health insurance. yer, to the White House refused to be ever the precedent that when it comes Congress needs to take a very hard interviewed. The President’s political to the investigative responsibilities of look at the Tax Code when it takes up adviser refused to be interviewed. More the Department of Justice, White health care reform. than that, the White House itself re- House participation is optional, even There are a number of ways to struc- fused to provide internal e-mails rel- when the investigation leads into the ture a proposal that would change the evant to this investigation to the De- White House. That is an admission by tax treatment of health insurance. partment of Justice. the Department of Justice at the high- Today, I wish to talk about the way We have been denied those things on est level, by the Attorney General him- Senator MCCAIN structures his pro- grounds of executive privilege, but self, that the White House is above the posal to change the tax treatment of there is no executive privilege between law in this country, which I don’t health insurance. The reason I want to the White House and an executive think is the right answer. do this is because, as the senior Repub- agency. So there were no grounds for I haven’t been in that position. I lican tax writer, it is my obligation to refusing to cooperate and refusing to know it is a tough call. But other At- set the record straight. provide those materials. There was no torneys General have been in that posi- For too many weeks, I have heard in- legal justification for it. They just said tion and they have faced that tough accurate statements made about no. call. Just recently, we learned that At- McCain’s proposal for a tax credit for Worse still, as the Presiding Officer torney General Ashcroft was prepared health insurance proposals, and I have knows, there is an office within the De- to resign in a similar face-off with the heard them from mostly Democrats. partment of Justice known as the Of- White House. Backed by Deputy Attor- For example, my friend, the senior fice of Legal Counsel—I repeat, within ney General Comey and others in the Senator from Illinois and the majority the Department of Justice. The Office Department and faced with that stern whip, was on the floor of this Chamber of Legal Counsel itself refused to pro- resolve by those men, the White House on Thursday, September 11, saying vide a document in its possession to blinked and backed down. So the ques- that ‘‘Senator MCCAIN will tax Ameri- the Office of Inspector General and the tion now is, Does Attorney General cans’ health insurance.’’ The very next Office of Professional Responsibility in Mukasey have that same stern resolve day, the junior Senator from Ohio, in this investigation. It was a triple or will he be the one who blinks and an exchange with the majority whip, stonewall—the former White House of- backs down? He has appointed a new also said that Senator MCCAIN ‘‘wants ficials, the White House itself, and the Special Prosecutor, but we don’t know to tax those health care policies that Office of Legal Counsel with respect to what is going to happen there. tens of millions of Americans have.’’ this one White House document. As a As a former attorney general, the The senior Senator from Delaware has result, the inspector general’s report Presiding Officer knows well that could also been saying Senator MCCAIN wants itself concludes that their investiga- disappear into a grand jury, be pro- to tax people’s health insurance—not tion was hampered—that is their tected by Rule 6(e) secrecy of the grand here on the floor but on the campaign word—that their investigation was hin- jury, and never be heard from again. trail as the Democratic nominee for dered—that is their word—and that This could be a way to put the inves- Vice President. He has also been saying there were gaps left in this investiga- tigation aside and quiet it rather than that in television interviews. The jun- tion as a result of the failure of the to see it through. But what the Attor- ior Senator from Illinois consistently White House to cooperate and instruc- ney General can do is march up to the makes this explosive claim on the tion to the OLC not to produce the doc- White House and say: This noncoopera- stump. ument. And indeed, one of the people tion is not tolerable, it is not accept- Well, using the words of my distin- who refused to cooperate—a former able, and I will not stand for it. One of guished friend: Enough. Whether or not

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That key component is that Sen- and middle-income workers with, get the individual worker on their own be- ator MCCAIN would provide every this, a tax cut. But do not take my half through a salary reduction ar- American who purchases health insur- word for it. I would like to have you rangement reduces the worker’s tax- ance a tax credit. listen to the Tax Policy Center, a non- able income. This means that a worker It appears that the critics overlook— partisan think tank that has received has less income on which to pay in- or maybe they just don’t understand— notoriety for analyzing the tax plans of come and payroll taxes. that the tax credit provides a bigger Senator MCCAIN and Senator OBAMA. As the chart says, the employee’s ex- tax benefit to people than they would The Tax Policy Center illustrates clusion is the tax benefit provided to receive under the current system. So that the McCain tax credit for health the worker. Let’s drill down on the em- people would be better off under the insurance produces a tax cut for work- ployee exclusion for a moment. I want McCain plan. Don’t the critics want to ers. Len Burman, director of the Tax to explain how this tax benefit works. help lower and middle income workers Policy Center, said, ‘‘It is mostly a tax Tax 101 teaches us that the tax ben- better afford health insurance? Don’t break,’’ when he was interviewed by efit that you get from a tax exclusion, they want to help the uninsured? Sen- CBS News on September 15. just like a tax deduction, is based on the tax bracket you are in. This means ator MCCAIN is on the side of these I ask unanimous consent to have the Americans, while his critics are favor- CBS News report printed in the if you are in a high tax bracket, you re- ceive a bigger tax benefit than some- ing the status quo. RECORD. Another false claim I have heard is The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without one in a lower tax bracket. So it is that the tax credit proposal would objection, it is so ordered. very regressive. Here is a chart that illustrates how ‘‘deny the deduction employers can (See exhibit 1.) regressive the current employee exclu- take when they pay for all or a portion Mr. GRASSLEY. The bottom line, sion of the cost of employer-provided of their employees’ health insurance.’’ the McCain tax credit for health insur- health insurance really is. ance would not affect the employers’ Again, that is flat wrong. Even Senator So we have a new chart. Take a look OBAMA has said that employers will business deduction nor would employ- at it. Here we assume that the average pay taxes on health insurance under ers pay taxes on health insurance. The cost of a family’s health insurance pol- the McCain plan. proposal would not raise taxes on the icy would be about $12,000. After all, In the recent Presidential debate, my middle class, rather it would provide a the coverage that Members of Congress friend from Illinois said: tax cut for the middle class. get costs around $12,000. So this ought Here’s the only problem: Your employer Finally, while the proposal taxes to be a good number to use. As you can now has to pay taxes on health care that workers’ health insurance, Senator see, a worker in the 10-percent tax you’re getting from your employer. MCCAIN is providing the same workers bracket would receive 1,200 dollars’ I am taking the floor now to tell the with a tax credit, which is a bigger tax worth of benefits. Compare this with a junior Senator from Illinois and his benefit than low- and middle-income tax benefit that an upper income work- Democratic colleagues, and especially workers receive under our current sys- er receives, and you find out it is $4,200 the American people, that Senator tem. a year, a great amount of inequity. OBAMA’s description of his rival’s pro- I am going to slow down. Let me ex- We have to ask ourselves, is it fair posal is inaccurate. Employers—and I plain how health insurance is currently that low- and middle-income workers emphasize this—will not pay taxes on taxed. And the reason is because it is receive a smaller tax benefit for health the health insurance they offer to their vitally important that my Senate col- insurance than upper income workers workers. leagues and my friends in the media receive? I want to discuss how this issue is understand the current rules governing Now, what is the employer business playing out in the media. Here is one the taxation of health insurance. To be deduction? Here an employer paying instance. This past Sunday, on ABC clear, there are very distinct tax rules for all or a portion of its employees’ ‘‘This Week,’’ Senator MCCAIN was that apply to, one, an individual pur- health insurance can deduct the interviewed. In the interview, Senator chasing their health insurance; two, an amounts they pay as ordinary and nec- MCCAIN was asked about the accuracy employer paying for all or a portion of essary business expenses, no different of Senator OBAMA’s claim that the its employees’ health insurance; and, than the employer can deduct wages. McCain proposal for the tax credit for three, workers purchasing insurance In essence, the Tax Code treats em- health insurance would ‘‘tax health through their employer. ployer contributions for health benefits benefits for the first time by taking Unfortunately, most people mix up as compensation. This is consistent away the deduction that employers these three different kinds of tax rules. with how economists view employer now get to provide health benefits.’’ For example, far too often I have heard contributions for health benefits. It is Here are the facts: The McCain plan people get the employee exclusion, as simple as that. does not—I repeat, does not—take which I will explain in a moment, con- It is important to note that the em- away the employer deduction. fused with the employer business de- ployer business deduction is a tax ben- Employers will not pay taxes on duction. So I have a chart that lays it efit provided to the employer. So we health benefits. Businesses will con- out. Employee exception and employer put the original chart back up. I did tinue to be able to deduct health care business deduction is not equal. Em- not want to leave out another very im- expenses as they do now, and they will ployee exclusion is for the worker; em- portant tax benefit for health insur- continue to be able to provide health ployer business deduction is for the ance, or should I say, the lack of a tax care, as they do now. employer. benefit. I am speaking about the fact For employers, then, there will be no The employee exclusion is there. that people who purchase their own change. No change. Finally, and most Well, a worker purchasing health care health insurance generally do not re- importantly, Senator OBAMA’s cam- through his or her employer does not ceive a tax benefit under our current paign has consistently stated that the pay income or payroll taxes on the cost laws. McCain tax credit proposal would of the health insurance policy. They could if they were self-em- ‘‘raise taxes on the middle class.’’ In other words, the amount of health ployed, but I am talking about people The left-leaning think tanks, funded insurance coverage that is paid for by not self-employed or not otherwise em- by the likes of George Soros and com- the employer is excludable from in- ployed or employed where they do not

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00050 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.001 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD September 30, 2008 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 23443 have health insurance, and you want to sion. The exclusion, however, has two come tax liability that is generated buy it on your own. In this case, the in- parts. So we will look at a new chart. from taxing the worker’s health insur- dividual purchases his or her own in- No. 1, the worker does not pay in- ance. surance with aftertax dollars out of come taxes on the cost of coverage; In other words, the tax credit would their own pocket. These individuals are and, two, the worker does not pay pay- offset any new income tax liability. As able to deduct medical expenses that roll taxes on the cost of coverage. Very illustrated in this chart, because the exceed 7.5 percent of their adjusted clear on the chart. The proposal ad- new income tax liability would be less gross income, but only if the individual vanced by my friend from Arizona than the tax credit, the worker would itemizes their return. And exceeding would maintain the payroll tax exclu- actually receive a tax cut. the 7.5 percent of gross income to get sion. So let me repeat. The cost of So let’s take a closer look at the an income tax deduction for health health insurance a worker gets through chart. We have several different brack- care and health insurance is not very their employer would not be taxed for ets. Let’s assume a family of four pur- common. That is why only about 6 per- payroll tax purposes. This goes for the chases a family health insurance policy cent of all tax returns claim the deduc- employer as well. of $12,000 through its employer. Under tion above that 7.5 percent. That is why I have emphasized that the proposal, this family would pay in- Let’s now turn to how changing the the employers do not pay any taxes come taxes on a $12,000 policy. Let’s as- current tax rules in the same manner, under the McCain plan. With regard to sume this family would be in the 25- as contemplated by Senator MCCAIN, income taxes, Senator MCCAIN converts percent tax bracket. This family would would affect people and would affect the current income tax exclusion into a pay $3,000 in additional income taxes. employers. I want to explain to my tax credit. Let me say it another way. This new tax liability would be offset friends who are critics, and I have told The McCain tax credit for health insur- by a $5,000 tax credit for family health you who those Senators are, and my ance proposals does not eliminate the insurance. As a result, $2,000 would be friends in the media, how the McCain income tax exclusion. Instead, the in- left over. This means the family would tax credit for health insurance would come tax exclusion is converted to a receive a $2,000 tax cut. This is a tax actually work. tax credit. cut that would be greater if a family We can quickly cross the impact any So here, let’s go back to tax 101. As I purchased even less expensive cov- changes would have on employers off discussed earlier, tax 101 teaches us erage. the list right away. The reason: As I that a tax exclusion, just like a tax de- As we can see, the tax credit for have said two or three times, employ- duction, is tied to your tax bracket. A health insurance produces a tax cut for ers will not be affected, contrary to tax credit, on the other hand, is not all workers. The tax cut is progressive what several Senators have said criti- tied to your tax bracket. Rather, the because workers in the 10-percent cizing the health insurance plan of tax credit reduces your tax liability bracket are receiving almost five times Senator MCCAIN. Everyone needs to un- dollar for dollar. This means that, by the tax cuts for the workers in the 35- derstand this key fact because the crit- definition, a tax credit is more valu- percent tax bracket. ics keep getting it wrong. able to a lower-income taxpayer. So if You can see again, by looking at the In other words, let me say for a you were to convert the income tax ex- chart, that a worker in the 10-percent fourth or fifth time: Employers will clusion into a tax credit, you would ef- tax bracket would receive a $3,800 tax not be affected by how the McCain tax fectively be increasing the tax benefits cut, compared to the tax cut for an plan works. for low-income workers. upper income worker in the 35-percent Let’s talk about individuals pur- Depending on the dollar amount of tax bracket of $800. chasing their own health insurance. As the tax credit, this would also be true Like most campaign-related pro- I mentioned, under the current tax for middle-income workers as well. So posals, there are a number of questions laws, these people generally do not get this is what I am saying: I am saying of how the idea will impact people in a tax benefit. The McCain tax credit the McCain tax credit for health insur- the long run. As the senior Republican for health insurance proposal would ance is effectively increasing the tax tax writer, I will ask these questions. If give these people a meaningful tax ben- benefit for low- and middle-income I determine that Congress needs to efit and do it for the very first time. workers. I am saying the McCain tax tweak the proposal here or there to im- The tax credit could be used by the in- credit makes the tax treatment of prove it, I will recommend that we do dividual to reduce the cost of their health insurance more equitable be- so. But only time will tell whether we health insurance. In this case, the indi- cause every worker is receiving the have to undertake such an exercise. vidual would not be required to spend same tax benefit. I hope my friends on the other side as much of their own hard-earned How can some of my friends on the and those in the media have heard me. money on health insurance as they do other side oppose making the current I hope they work on getting it right be- under the current system. tax treatment of health insurance cause it is clear, No. 1, that the McCain If the tax credit exceeds the pricetag more equitable? Do my friends not tax credit for health insurance pro- of the individual’s health insurance want to help out low- and middle-in- duces a tax cut for workers; two, that policy, the excess may be used for come workers? Let me show my col- the McCain tax credit for health insur- other health care expenses. You could leagues and my friends in the media ance provides a tax benefit to people use it like for copays or deductibles. how the McCain tax credit for health purchasing their own insurance and Now we get to the most important insurance produces a tax cut. doing this for the very first time; and, part. I am going to explain how work- Under the proposal, the health insur- three, that the proposal does not ad- ers will be affected by the McCain tax ance a worker purchases through his or versely impact employers in any way, credit for health insurance. I would her employer would be taxed like com- shape, or form. like all of my colleagues, whether you pensation for income tax purposes. EXHIBIT 1 are Republican or Democrat, and par- But, unlike compensation paid in the [From CBSNews.com] ticularly my friends in the media, to form of taxes, the proposal would not THE TRUTH ABOUT MCCAIN AND INSURANCE pay close attention because the senior subject the cost of employer-provided TAXES Senator from Arizona has structured health insurance to payroll taxes, as I WASHINGTON, SEPTEMBER 15, 2008.—It’s one his tax credit for health insurance in a have discussed. This means that of the most explosive and important polit- very unique way. amount of taxes a worker would be re- ical charges of the election: ‘‘He wants to tax Let’s get back to the basic. As I stat- your health benefits,’’ Barack Obama said. quired to pay on the cost of their Obama’s charge was that that John ed, health insurance that a worker pur- health insurance would only depend on McCain wants to tax the health insurance chases through his or her employer is the worker’s income tax bracket. benefits. Americans buy through employers, not taxable to the worker. Again, this Under the proposal, the worker would CBS News correspondent Wyatt Andrews re- is referred to as the employee exclu- apply the tax credit against the new in- ports.

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Jersey commuters depend on Amtrak’s children goodbye after breakfast, never Obama has the tax part correct, but the infrastructure every day. assuming this would be the last time impact on the middle class is exaggerated— Some critics want Amtrak to be the they would see their loved ones. Week- most people will see tax cuts. only major transportation system in end plans were made—but were never McCain has proposed to end one of the the world that operates without gov- fulfilled. That fateful Friday morning largest tax breaks in the entire economy. ernment subsidy. This prompts a ques- not only ended the lives of these 25 Some 60 million Americans buy health insur- tion. Do we ask roads to pay for them- Americans, but took away 25 mothers ance thru employers tax-free, and McCain selves? Some of my colleagues like to and fathers, sons and daughters, broth- would indeed begin to tax the value of the think that gas taxes pay for roads, but benefit. ers and sisters from family members However McCain also proposes to give the this has never been the case. The Texas who will never be the same. money back as a tax credit, $2,500 for indi- Department of Transportation recently When people board a train in the viduals, $5,000 for families. ‘‘Let’s give them revealed that not a single road in morning on their way to work, they de- a $5,000 refundable tax credit to go out and Texas has ever been fully paid for by a serve to have peace of mind that they get the health insurance of their choice,’’ gas tax and most roads recoup less will reach their destination safely. McCain said. ‘‘It’s mostly a tax break,’’ said than half their costs from the gas tax. This legislation would take significant Len Burman of the Tax Policy Center. Asking transportation to pay for The non-partisan Tax Policy Center says steps to give the American people this itself is a standard that is simply im- peace of mind. It ensures that railroad except for the very richest Americans, most possible to meet and a standard we do people buying insurance will see a tax cut. officials have the resources and tools ‘‘Families at all income levels would pay not hold any other mode of transpor- to do their job safely and effectively by lower taxes, at least on average,’’ said Bur- tation to. Over the last 35 years we implementing training standards for man. ‘‘On average, is about a $1,200 tax cut in have spent less money on Amtrak than all safety-related railroad employees 2009.’’ we will on highways in this year alone. and requiring train conductors be cer- On the issue of energy, meanwhile Gov When you factor in State and local sub- tified that they are up to speed with Palin touts her energy expertise based on sidies for infrastructure and parking Alaska’s production. the newest systems in place. some studies suggest that up to 8 per- The bill also reforms hours-of-service ‘‘My job has been to oversee nearly 20 per- cent of our gross national product is cent of the U.S. domestic supply of oil and requirements for crews and signal em- gas,’’ she said. spent on subsidies for automobile use. ployees so that these critical workers This bill will not give all the funds I Here are the facts: According to the En- are at their sharpest and most alert think Amtrak deserves or needs to ergy Department, Palin’s numbers are high. while on duty. In addition to these meet its full potential, but I think this Alaska provides 14.3 percent of America’s measures designed to reduce human crude oil, and only 2.6 percent of its natural legislation finally authorizes the fund- error, we must also address the short- gas. You can check out the Energy Informa- ing Amtrak needs over the next 6 years comings in our rail infrastructure. tion Administration statistics here. to plan ahead, adequately fund its op- Crumbling tracks, deteriorating On the health care debate, the Obama cam- erations and finance some critical cap- paign tells CBS News that one day, the mid- ital improvements. But these funds are bridges, and failing signals create an dle class will be hit by a McCain tax in- not free. environment where it is only a matter crease—but the experts CBS News consulted of time before the next rail disaster said that day is 10 years away. The bill requires Amtrak to tighten its belt while simultaneously improv- strikes. This legislation fills many of Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. President, I ing service. The bill requires reforms these gaps by authorizing millions of rise in support of the Passenger Rail that will reduce Amtrak’s operating dollars for critical improvements to in- Improvement and Investment Act and costs by 40 percent. In addition, the bill frastructure and safety features to the rail safety bill. provides funds for States to provide make our rail network as safe as pos- I thank Senator LAUTENBERG, the new passenger rail service between cit- sible. senior Senator from New Jersey, for ies. In some instances these State oper- This bill also ensures that safety being a tireless advocate for rail travel ations will likely provide service that rules are strictly adhered to by and for successfully shepherding these complements existing Amtrak service strengthening the Federal Railroad Ad- two essential bills to the floor and just as the recent light rail projects in ministration’s enforcement tools and hopefully to final passage. In a time of New Jersey have done. But in other increasing the penalties for safety vio- high gas prices, rising air fares, in- cases these funds may actually create lations. creasing traffic congestion and con- competition for Amtrak for service be- It is important to remember that our cerns about greenhouse gas emissions, tween some cities. And this bill will railroad network is not just critical to rail travel can give Americans a sen- also require Amtrak to use its re- commerce and transportation but to sible alternative mode of travel. sources to provide a new level of serv- national security as well. When the Unfortunately, we have not provided ice that improves on-time perform- terrorist attacks on September 11 crip- rail travel the funding it needs to truly ance, upgrades on-board services, and pled our aviation sector, our Nation re- flourish. Every year since 2002 Amtrak provides easier access to other trans- lied heavily on trains to make up the has had to scrape by and continue oper- portation systems. shortfall. This illustrates just how im- ations on a yearly basis without ade- The Amtrak bill has also been com- portant a safe, efficient, well-operated quate funds to maintain the rail sys- bined with critical rail safety legisla- rail transportation network is to all tem over the long haul. The system is tion that would strengthen our rail- aspects of our nation’s well-being— at a breaking point. Amtrak’s equip- road security apparatus by investing from commercial and economic capac- ment is aging and no amount of main- $1.6 billion in critical transportation ity to national security. tenance can keep old equipment in safety initiatives. With record high gasoline prices, con- service forever. Tragically, we learned just over 2 gested highways and airports that are And our rail infrastructure is at the weeks ago how important railroad safe- experiencing record delays, we need all breaking point at a time when our citi- ty is when a Metrolink commuter train of the alternative forms of transpor- zens need this system the most. In July plowed head-on into a Union Pacific tation we can provide to the frustrated Amtrak had more passengers than in freight locomotive just outside of Los American traveler. I urge my col- any month in its 37 year history. But Angeles. Twenty-five people lost their leagues to recognize that a strong, Amtrak is not just a transportation lives and over 135 people were injured well-funded and safe rail system is es- system that serves 25 million people in the deadliest train crash this nation sential to our country. Please join me each year. Amtrak is also an economic has seen in 15 years. in voting for this critical bill.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00052 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.001 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD September 30, 2008 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 23445 I yield the floor and suggest the ab- Senate calendar that have been re- Section Program or entity State Principal sponsor of sence of a quorum. ported from the Committee on Energy Senate bill The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. and Natural Resources during the 110th 8001(h) .. Sangre de Cristo National CO .... Salazar/Allard MENENDEZ). The clerk will call the roll. Congress, for which we have not been Heritage Area. 8002(h) .. Cache La Poudre National CO .... Allard/Salazar The legislative clerk proceeded to able to get unanimous consent to take Heritage Area. call the roll. up and pass. In an effort to try to fa- 8003(h) .. South Park National Her- CO .... Salazar itage Area. Mr. SALAZAR. I ask unanimous con- cilitate their consideration by the Sen- 8004(h) .. Northern Plains National ND .... Dorgan/Conrad sent that the order for the quorum call ate in the limited time remaining in Heritage Area. 8005(h) .. Baltimore National Herit- MD ... Mikulski/Cardin be rescinded. this session, I have assembled them age Area. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without 8006(i) ... Freedom’s Way National MA & Kerry into a single amendment, SA 5662, to Heritage Area. NH. objection, it is so ordered. the Monongahela National Forest Wil- 8007(h) .. Mississippi Hills National MS .... Cochran Heritage Area. f derness Bill, H.R. 5151. I filed the 8008(h) .. Mississippi Delta Na- MS .... Cochran amendment last Friday, September 26, tional Heritage Area. YUCCA MOUNTAIN RADIATION and it has been printed in the RECORD 8009(i) ... Muscle Shoals National AL ..... None STANDARD Heritage Area. at 22341. 8010(h) .. Kenai Mountains- AK .... Murkowski Mr. REID. Mr. President, today Turnagain Arm NHA. Paragraph 4 of rule XLIV of the 8201(c) .. Quinebaug & Shetucket CT .... Dodd President Bush took time away from Standing Rules of the Senate provides Nat. Heritage Corridor. dealing with the Nation’s economic cri- 9001(c) .. Snake, Boise & Payette ID ..... Craig that River Systems Study. sis to direct his Environmental Protec- If during consideration of a bill, . . . a Sen- 9002(b) .. Sierra Vista Subwater- AZ .... Kyl/McCain tion Agency, EPA, to release a new ator proposes an amendment containing a shed Study. 9003(c) .. San Diego Intertie Study CA .... None standard for ‘acceptable’ public radi- congressionally directed spending item . . . , 9101(c) .. Tumalo Irrigation Project OR .... Smith/Wyden ation exposure from the Yucca Moun- which was not included in the bill . . . as 9102(d) .. Madera Water Supply CA .... Feinstein Project. tain nuclear waste dump. In other placed on the calendar or as reported by any 9103(e) .. Eastern New Mexico Rural NM ... Bingaman/Domenici words, the agency decided just how committee . . . , then as soon as practicable, Water Project. the Senator shall ensure that a list of such 9105(b) .. Jackson Gulch Rehabilita- CO .... Salazar/Allard much radiation you and I can live with. tion Project. items . . . is printed in the CONGRESSIONAL Let me be clear, there is no way this 9106(g) .. Rio Grande Pueblos ...... NM ... Bingaman RECORD. 9108(j) ... Santa Margarita River .... CA .... None weak standard will breathe life into The term ‘‘congressionally directed 9109(a) .. Elsinore Valley Municpal CA .... None the Bush-McCain plan to dump nuclear Water District. spending item’’ is broadly defined to 9110(a) .. North Bay Water Reuse CA .... Feinstein/Boxer waste in Nevada. Instead, it will breath include Authority. life into more litigation against this 9111(a) .. Prado Basin Treatment CA .... Feinstein Project. terrible project. a provision . . . included primarily at the request of a Senator . . . authorizing . . . a 9112(b) .. Bunker Hill Groundwater CA .... Feinstein The EPA has collaborated with the Basin. specific amount of discretionary budget au- 9114(a) .. Yucaipa Valley Water Dis- CA .... None Department of Energy, DOE, to tweak thority . . . for . . . expenditure with or to trict. a standard that a Federal court of ap- 9301(3) .. San Gabriel Basin Res- CA .... None an entity, or targeted to a specific State, lo- toration Fund. peals threw out in 2001 because it failed cality or Congressional district, other than 10009 .... San Joaquin Restoration CA .... Feinstein/Boxer to comply with the Energy Policy Act through a statutory or administrative for- Settlement. 10203 .... Friant Division Improve- CA .... Feinstein/Boxer of 1992 and would have left Nevadans mula-driven or competitive award process. ments. dangerously unprotected against radio- Although no Senator has specifically 10501 .... Reclamation Water Set- NM ... Bingaman/Domenici tlement Funds. active contamination. If the repository requested me to include a congression- 10609(a) Navajo-Gallup Water Sup- NM ... Bingaman/Domenici at Yucca Mountain was ever actually ally directed spending item in SA 5662, ply Project. 10609(b) San Juan Conjunctive Use NM ... Bingaman/Domenici built, the DOE does not deny that in the interest of furthering the trans- Wells. water infiltration would eventually parency and accountability of the leg- 10609(c) San Juan River Irrigation NM ... Bingaman/Domenici Projects. corrode nuclear waste packages and ra- islative process, I have posted a list of 10609(d) Other Irrigation Projects NM ... Bingaman/Domenici dioactivity will inevitably leak into the specific authorizations in SA 5662 10702(f) Navajo Nation Water NM ... Bingaman/Domenici Trust Fund. Nevada’s ground water. Instead of on the Web site of the Committee on 12006 .... National Tropical Botan- HI ..... Akaka working to protect Nevadans from a Energy and Natural Resources. The list ical Garden. public health catastrophe, this scandal- includes the name of the principal f ridden EPA has chosen to simply make sponsors of the Senate bills that have the rules more lenient so DOE can le- been incorporated in the amendment. THE MATTHEW SHEPARD ACT OF gally dump waste less than 100 miles In the hope that the Senate might 2007 outside of Las Vegas. This is unaccept- yet be able to consider this important Mr. SMITH. Mr. President, I rise able. amendment before we adjourn, I ask today to speak about the need for hate Instead of working to protect the unanimous consent that the list be crimes legislation. Each Congress, Sen- health and safety of Nevadans, EPA printed in the RECORD in accordance ator KENNEDY and I introduce hate and DOE are casting science aside in an with rule XVIV. crimes legislation that would add new attempt to get the nuclear waste dump There being no objection, the mate- categories to current hate crimes law, approved. Instead of warring against rial was ordered to be printed in the sending a signal that violence of any science, I side with Nevadans and ex- RECORD, as follows: kind is unacceptable in our society. perts who support safe and attainable S.A. 5662—THE OMNIBUS PUBLIC LAND MAN- Likewise, each Congress I have come to solutions to our Nation’s nuclear AGEMENT ACT OF 2008 TO H.R. 5151 THE WILD the floor on many occasions to high- waste. That is why I am working with MONONGAHELA WILDERNESS ACT light a separate violent, hate-moti- Senator ENSIGN to keep nuclear waste Provisions in Senate Amendment 5662 au- vated crime that has occurred in our on-site at the powerplants where it is thorizing appropriations in a specific amount country. produced in secure dry cask storage for expenditure with or to an entity or tar- On Saturday, September 6, 2008, in containers that are approved by the geted to a specific State, locality, or con- Portland, ME, a 31-year-old resident gressional district, other than through a was walking home at 12:30 a.m. when Nuclear Regulatory Commission. This statutory or administrative formula-driven plan is safer, more cost effective, and or competitive award process: he was stopped by two men and as- will give us at least a century to find a saulted. According to the police state- more permanent solution to nuclear Principal sponsor of ment, one of the assailants used Section Program or entity State Senate bill waste. homophobic slurs toward the victim, 2501(b) .. Rio Puerco Watershed ..... NM ... Bingaman/Domenici questioning his sexual orientation be- f 7101(c) .. Keweenaw National His- MI ..... Levin torical Park. fore attacking him. The police are RULE XLIV COMPLIANCE 7111 ...... Women’s Rights National NY .... Clinton searching for two suspects in connec- Historical Park. Mr. BINGAMAN. Mr. President, there 7405(g) .. St. Augustine Commemo- FL ..... Martinez/Nelson tion with the weekend assault that are over 150 public land bills on the ration Commission. they have classified as a hate crime.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00053 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.001 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 23446 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 September 30, 2008 The victim was hit once in the head works hard and effectively to protect On Saturday, October 4, 2008, the citi- and recalls little else, the police said. workers and to champion skills devel- zens of Monroe City will gather at its A passerby reportedly found the victim opment and employment services to local community airfield and name it unconscious on the sidewalk and called help adults and dislocated workers and in memory of Ben, who lost his life on police. The victim was taken by ambu- at-risk youth succeed in this highly November 7, 2003, when, while piloting lance to Maine Medical Center where competitive economy. I am proud to a U.S. Army Blackhawk helicopter he was admitted for treatment of a serve on this subcommittee. I thank near Tikrit, Iraq, he was shot down. head injury. Senator MURRAY for her leadership in In a famous speech given by General I believe that the Government’s first introducting the Promoting Innova- Douglas MacArthur before the West duty is to defend its citizens, to defend tions to 21st Century Careers Act that Point Corps of Cadets on May 12, 1962, them against the harms that come out will help young adults transition from MacArthur exclaimed: of hate. The Matthew Shepard Act is a high school to postsecondary edu- Duty, Honor, Country: Those three hal- symbol that can become substance. I cation, including registered apprentice- lowed words reverently dictate what you believe that by passing this legislation ship, and to the high skill jobs of the ought to be, what you can be, what you will and changing current law, we can future. I am proud to cosponsor this be. They are your rallying points: to build change hearts and minds as well. legislation. courage when courage seems to fail; to re- Mrs. MURRAY. I thank the Senator. gain faith when there seems to be little f cause for faith; to create hope when hope be- I appreciate the Senator’s work on comes forlorn. INCREASED BRAIN ANEURYSM skills-training issues, and I am proud AWARENESS to cosponsor his legislation entitled, Ben Smith, a 1999 graduate of the Mr. KERRY. Mr. President, I would ‘‘Strengthening Employment Clusters United States Military Academy, was like to take a moment to discuss an to Organize Regional Success—SEC- what MacArthur envisioned—he did important medical condition that, in TORS—Act.’’ Partnerships organized not just live ‘‘Duty, Honor, Country,’’ my opinion, is in need of increased at- by industry sectors are an effective he was ‘‘Duty, Honor, Country.’’ He tention. Brain aneurysm is defined by strategy to connect workers with lived a life marked by a duty to serve the National Institute of Neurological thriving industries such as health care, a higher cause; he did so with impec- Disorders and Stroke, NINDS, as, ‘‘the emerging and transitioning industries cable honor; and, finally, he committed dilation, bulging, or ballooning-out of like the energy industry, and manufac- and ultimately sacrificed his life for part of the wall of an artery in the turing, which are vital to both the his beloved country. Today, I humbly brain.’’ Nationwide, there are 27,000 pa- Ohio and Washington State economies. honor Ben and his family. tients who each year have a ruptured The strategies of both Promoting Inno- But saying that Ben served and sac- aneurysm. But an estimated 6 million vations to 21st Century Careers Act rificed would only be telling part of his Americans currently live with an and SECTORS Act are effective be- story, because Ben was more than a unruptured brain aneurysm. In Massa- cause they bring together the key great man, he was also a lot of fun. I chusetts alone, more than 1,000 cases of stakeholders, including business, labor recently heard a story from one of brain aneurysm are treated annually. organizations, education at various Ben’s West Point classmates that dem- With few symptoms, brain aneurysm is levels, workforce boards, economic de- onstrates Ben’s wise guy attitude. In a condition that can strike without velopment entities, and other commu- the spring of 1999 the senior cadets warning and have a devastating impact nity organizations. were brought together for a lecture. Of- on individual lives and families in our Mr. BROWN. I thank the Senator for ficers from an Army unit that had re- country and abroad. highlighting local workforce boards as cently returned from overseas deploy- I applaud the efforts of the medical a key stakeholder in sector partner- ment were to talk to the cadets about profession, research institutes such as ships. It has been brought to my atten- the challenges they would soon face as the National Inistututes of Health, tion that we can further clarify that new second lieutenants in the U.S. NIH, and nonprofit organizations and the SECTORS Act specifies the connec- Army. During a question and answer groups such as the Brain Aneurysm tion to local workforce boards. It is the period Ben rose and boldly asked: Foundation who work tirelessly to intent for this legislation to acknowl- Sir, I was wondering, in the Army, will we combat brain aneurysm. Such work is edge our local Ohio workforce boards be able to take the afternoon naps we have critical to increasing the medical re- and other regional and local workforce grown accustomed to here at West Point? search and education that will lead to boards as key stakeholders in any in- A roar of laughter followed. Ben breakthroughs in the diagnosis and dustry sector strategy, something that Smith was brave well before his time treatment of this devastating condi- is important to champions of good and exhibited more than a healthy dose tion. workforce policy. of a Missourians swagger. During the month of September, con- Mrs. MURRAY. I thank the Senator Ben went on to become a helicopter ferences and meetings are taking place for clarifying that point. The SEC- pilot and soon joined the esteemed across the country to raise brain aneu- TORS Act models itself after many ‘‘Screaming Eagles’’ of the 101st Air- rysm awareness. I want to recognize successful industry sector partnerships borne Division. He would marry a fel- Massachusetts as one of several States in our home States of Washington and low helicopter pilot, Maggie, in Decem- which have declared the month of Sep- Ohio, and elsewhere, such as Pennsyl- ber 2002, and both would soon find tember as ‘‘Brain Aneurysm Awareness vania and Wisconsin. I look forward to themselves deployed to Iraq. Month.’’ Such declarations show that continuing to work with the Senator to Ben, tragically, made the ultimate States across the country understand develop innovative workforce policies sacrifice for his country on this tour of the importance of raising awareness of and programs that help our workers duty. He would be received home by his this condition and are taking the time and communities stay competitive in family in Monroe City where an entire to highlight the need for additional this knowledge-based, technology-ad- town rallied to honor its fallen hero education. I support these efforts and vanced, global economy. and to support Ben’s loved ones. One look forward to Congress working in a f military service member who attended similar fashion in the near future. Ben’s funeral later wrote: HONORING OUR ARMED FORCES f The people of Monroe City, MO are truly CAPTAIN BENEDICT SMITH what a community should be modeled after. WORKFORCE POLICY Mrs. MCCASKILL. Mr. President, I You, your family and the people of Monroe Mr. BROWN. Mr. President, I rise to rise today to honor the life and sac- City are and will always be true heroes. thank Senator MURRAY. As chairman rifice of CPT Benedict Smith, who will I am proud of Ben Smith, of his fam- of the HELP Subcommittee on Em- forever be a hometown hero of Monroe ily and of his many friends. I am also ployment and Workplace Safety, she City, MO. proud of Monroe City, which has so

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My oldest brother has he qualifies for his pension. Gas was approxi- a remarkable commitment to their been helping as much as he can, but I know mately $1.50 when we moved here. It is now communities. It is no surprise that a that gas prices are a burden for him as well. $4.15 and rising. Our house is heated with an town like Monroe City produces Amer- This is frustrating to us as this is the only old oil furnace that my dad was so proud of. ican heroes such as Ben Smith. stumbling block that is preventing us in Oil costs have also gone sky high, too. Our doing what we moved back to do. This does savings for purchasing a house are now ex- As Ben’s friends and family once not even account for the increased price of again come out to honor his memory hausted. My son did not get rehired for his all the other everyday items that are more job because the local farmer he worked for and remember his life on the occasion expensive due to the retail market passing last year cannot afford to transport him, and of the naming of the Monroe City Re- on their increased costs to the consumer. he does not drive yet, and it is too far to I also just heard on the radio that Meals on gional Airport as the ‘‘Captain Ben bike. Wheels in Pocatello may start turning away Smith Airfield,’’ we are reminded of We are very close to my hubby having to new customers due to high gas prices. what it means to be an American. More I think that the number one priority sleep over in his car in the work parking lot. importantly, we recognize how great it should be to expand our own resources. I am This is not the best situation as he has to is to have the freedoms we enjoy as we tired of being pushed around by a radical use a CPAP machine and has three of our also acknowledge that our freedom did few. I believe that pollution is bad and that daughters also driving to work with him. I we should protect our surroundings as much try to cut down on gas, but with eight kids not and does not come for free. and living in a very small town, we do have Part of the West Point Alma-Mater as possible. However, I believe that a few radical environmentalists have outspoken to drive 30–60 minutes to a bigger town at reads the silent majority. I think that we should times, to see the eye doctor, for allergy And when our work is done, Our course on tap into the oil reserves that we have hear in treatments, etc. I do use my daughter’s earth is run, May it be said, ‘‘Well Done; Be our own back yard. I think that it is ludi- small Subaru as much as possible but it does Thou at Peace.’’ crous that other countries are drilling for oil not hold all the children, so someone has to Ben is no doubt at peace today. Ben’s just off the coast and we are not able to. By stay home or we take the van that holds ev- eryone but costs twice as much. work was well done. His memory and allowing them to drill off our coast, we are accepting the risk of environmental pollu- Our house savings has been exhausted as sacrifice will always be with those of tion without any benefit. I think that we we have been forced to draw on our savings us still here on earth. Those who fly in should tap into the reserves in ANWR. I be- for basic necessities. I am very frugal per- and out of the Ben Smith Airfield may lieve that the imprint would be minimal son—I feed the ten of us on $100 a week. We be said to take to the heavens in flight. compared to the benefit that we would re- rarely buy new clothing, and my kids are not Today I think we can safely say that ceive. spoiled with computer games, and modern Ben is flying in heaven. Other energy resources, such as nuclear, toys. We garden, sew, and whatever it takes should be expanded. However, our priority it make it work. I have stopped doing WIC, f for the near future should be to start proc- even though we qualify and I am considering IDAHOANS SPEAK OUT ON HIGH essing our own oil. stopping the free school lunches due to al- ENERGY PRICES Thank you for your work and allowing us lergy and other concerns. as Idahoans express our views. This is my story thus far, and I am happy Mr. CRAPO. Mr. President, in mid- JUSTIN. to share. I am aggressively seeking way to June, I asked Idahoans to share with cut our costs and keep my family’s needs me how high energy prices are affect- I am a retired Idahoan who spent much of met. ing their lives, and they responded by his professional career working at the Idaho VICKIE, Ashton. National Laboratory, which, as you know, is the hundreds. The stories, numbering our nation’s premier nuclear energy research well over 1,200, are heartbreaking and That energy bill was a great idea. Higher laboratory. We have not realized the real po- gas prices mean less driving. My wife and I touching. To respect their efforts, I am tential of nuclear energy for decades. It was drive very little and have since that mess in submitting every e-mail sent to me often said (at my workplace) that we will not Katrina. The only solution to this ridiculous through an address set up specifically appreciate the need for this technology until oil situation is to tax the oil companies and for this purpose to the CONGRESSIONAL the brownouts and the cost of energy over- use the money for new renewable energy comes our fear of nuclear power. I think the RECORD. This is not an issue that will technologies. The prices will go up anyway time is near, and the sad part is that it takes be easily resolved, but it is one that de- due to avarice. We do not need cheap oil; we years to permit and build new nuclear power need no oil! serves immediate and serious atten- plants. UNSIGNED. tion, and Idahoans deserve to be heard. As a retiree, I am constantly reminded of Their stories not only detail their my family’s vulnerability to the rising cost While I favor alternative energy sources, I struggles to meet everyday expenses, of living. Fuel prices continue to force the costs of many of the staples of our life higher am hesitant to support energies that will ul- but also have suggestions and rec- timately lead to another calamity, such as ommendations as to what Congress can and those of us on fixed incomes have no re- course to mitigate this change to our lives. nuclear power. If our air cannot handle the do now to tackle this problem and find It takes little imagination to realize that particulates from petroleum, imagine cre- solutions that last beyond today. I ask our food chain, and everything connected to ating a system dependent on nuclear and the unanimous consent to have today’s let- fossil fuels will be affected by this. Energy vast amount of highly hazardous waste that it creates. ters printed in the RECORD. independence is crucial for our nation’s pros- There being no objection, the mate- perity and to our children’s legacy as leaders Support of renewable and alternative ener- gies, increased funding for public transit and rial was ordered to be printed in the of the free world. I am sure each of us has a vision for our future retirement and the rail, and promotion of local businesses rath- RECORD, as follows: quality of life that we have spent a lifetime er than dependence on goods that have to be I am listening to you on ‘‘Probing Amer- planning for. We depend on the leadership in trucked in on diesel fueled trucks is essen- ica’’ and wanted to express my thoughts on the congress and our nation’s administration tial. the current oil situation. to preserve our future economic security. Thank you for your time, consideration We, as a family, have obviously cut down This includes prioritizing the things we must and thoughts on these matters, on our driving around town and the trips to do to avoid threats to our economy such as JENAH. the store. We recently moved back to Idaho is occurring with this fuel crisis. Your help from Washington to be closer to my parents, and those of your colleagues in congress is Thanks for putting this as one of your high who are having many health problems. They needed, now more than ever, and I support priorities. High energy prices are extremely live in the small town of Soda Springs. Due your efforts to make a difference. affecting the way we have to budget our to employment, I am not able to live closer R. E., Blackfoot. money since rising gas prices affect the cost than a couple hours away in Idaho Falls. Re- of shipping food and clothing those commod- cently my father has had a stroke, and we Yes, high energy costs are impacting my ities are rising in prices. High gas prices are have not been able to travel to Soda to help family quite significantly. I grew up in Idaho affecting everything that one would want to

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Due to the rising fuel limit our energies to the real problem of how we have to cut back in other areas like med- prices, no one is doing any road improve- to facilitate an increase in our domestic en- ical visits, travel to family, clothes, and ments which, in turn, the company has had ergy production, refining capabilities, and electronic gadgets. Not only are we dealing to reduce the hours their employees work, alternative energy research. The priority in with rising gas prices, but we are dealing the trying to keep them at 40 hrs per week. The Congress should be to help resolve our cur- increased cost of living in our own home by closest grocery store from our home is 35 rent energy dependence by attempting to paying more taxes and utility fees. It just miles. For nearly two years, we have, due to eliminate the restrictions to exploration (i.e. seems to be hitting us all at once, and Con- fuel prices, made no unnecessary trips to ANWR, etc. etc.) and the production of other gress does not seem to be doing anything town for groceries, we even put off needed domestic energy sources? Why do we con- about it. I hear a greater concern for health dental and medical appointments because tinue to focus on the current hardships care insurance, but that is not what is break- what money we have extra, goes into gas for caused by the present day cost of gasoline in- ing the bank right now in the average family my husband to get to work. stead of looking at ways to facilitate prag- I agree in conservation and alternative it is the high rising gas prices. It is going to matic long term solutions to the problem! fuels, but that is for the future, not help for put our country in a great financial bind. My RON, Boise. what people are going through now. We can- family still has enough of what we need to not go out and buy a new hybrid car, and get by, but that is because my husband I would like to tell you how the high gas most people in this state are in the same works more than 50 hours a week to make prices are affecting me and my wife. I am 76 boat, or worse they are sinking. The cycle is years old, retired, and have a chronic heart ends meet. this: gas and groceries are at an all-time I think that our first priority should be in and lung disease. We live in Salmon. Salmon, high, you cannot afford the gas, you cannot investing in domestic energy possibilities so being a small town does not have a hospital go to the store, people spend less, businesses we do not have to depend so much on the for- to care for major heart and lung disease. The have to lay off or close leaving more people nearest hospital that has facilities for major eign market for our supply and then nuclear out there, to lose their homes, cars and no power (although I am concerned about long heart and lung is Missoula, Montana, about way to feed and clothe their children, and 160 miles north of Salmon, making it a 320- time waste that is created by nuclear power). what about those whose only income is So- SHARI, Idaho Falls. mile round trip. My car gets 27 miles per gal- cial Security. Do you know anyone that can lon, making it about 12 gallons per trip. live on $600 a month? That is what my moth- My request for you is to pursue legislation Today, in Salmon, gas costs $4.23 per gallon er is trying to live on, her Medicaid and food (and I am sure it will continue to go up); that opens up more areas of the US to oil and stamps were taken away, her rent from gas exploration. We need more secure supply, that is about $50 per trip in gas alone. Be- Idaho Housing went from $60 to $153 per tween the two of us. we have to make the and that means drilling in areas we control. month due to what I feel is a clerical error JIM. trip to Missoula approximately 20 times per that no one can seem to help her with, her year. That equates to about $1,000 for gas phone shut off because she was late, which In a way, the high energy costs may be the alone. That smarts. she cannot turn back on she cannot afford one thing that forces the majority of Ameri- Please do what you can to stop this sense- the fees. We cannot help her, so what is she cans to wake up and demand action from our less rise in energy prices. We have the re- to do? sources here in our own country. Let us start government. Since I have been voting (1980), I am sorry, but I feel that most people in I have heard time and time again that we using them. Drill for oil; use nuclear; mine our government right now have had it too coal; we are smart enough to do this sen- need an ‘‘energy policy’’. To date, all we easy and do not see what is happening, and I have is a lot of talk with little to no action sibly. Do it now. bet any of them live in a 30-year-old mobile J. C., Salmon. on any policy. I believe that Ford, Carter, home and are proud of it. They have forgot- Reagan, Bush1, Clinton and Bush2 have all ten what it is like to struggle or ever knew Even if we opened up Alaska and any other talked about an energy policy. They always what it is to juggle everyday needs. I pray to likely source of oil, I doubt very much it set the timetable for doing something long God that my son, now 5, will someday be would bring the price of oil down. Until we after they have left office knowing full well able to get a higher education. I do not see get rid of corporate government, nothing we that nothing will be accomplished. it happening right now. are presently experiencing is likely to The best thing that could happen is for gas Thank you for reading this, and giving me to go to $5–$7 per gallon because, at this change, certainly not sharing stories of hard- a chance to speak my mind. ship. level, Americans are going to demand action. KARI, Jerome. No more talk. No more promises. Action. It JOHN. is really sad to see that all branches of our I read your message: Thank you. I recently My husband is retired, and I am only able government have really dropped the ball in drove to the Idaho State Convention at to work part-time. It has put a great deal of so many areas. Sandpoint. I have only good things to say stress on us. When we did retirement plan- We have the Senate holding hearings on about the highway 95. It was a joy to drive ning, we planned for cost of living, i.e., food, steroids in baseball, on whether the NCAA and is probably why I was able to drive to electric, water, gas, but never could we have BCS Bowl system is fair, and so on. In the Sandpoint and return with a quarter tank of imagined that we would under budget our meantime, the national debt is sky rock- gas left. Of course I had tires checked for gas costs. This country has the opportunity eting, we have millions of illegals living pressure so that may have helped. My com- to resolve this issue. As other costs are also here, and we pretend that BCS and steroids plaint such as it is—my car is a 2004 Buick I rising, medical care, food, etc, this is one are important. had asked sometime ago about using Ethanol We have undeveloped and undrilled depos- additive in it, I was told by the dealer’s me- area that the government can step in and re- its here in the US that we cannot touch due chanic that I should use regular gasoline as solve and help our not only our economy, but to environmentalists. Instead we send bil- the engine is not set for ethanol use. So I also their fellow Americans. It is our con- lions of dollars overseas to countries who made a point to do that and usually bought gressmen duty to take care of this issue, if pretend to be our friends. Chevron. Imagine my reaction when I discov- not, then who is going to take care of all the History repeats itself all the time. We are ered all gas stations are required to use 10% people who cannot afford the gas to get to following the same path that Rome followed. Ethanol. I was told that might require more work and do not have access to mass transit Have we not learned anything? Is our Senate frequent fuel filter change. Of course I have or cannot afford it. Do tell. any different from the Roman Senate? Time no idea if using ethanol improved my mpg on SIGNE. will tell but so far the future does not look trip to Sandpoint, which is a possibility. The f bright. gauge on my car said I averaged 23mpg. D. I, of course, definitely support drilling for ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS oil in the Gulf States and I do not think it This was to be the year that my husband would be a disaster environmentally to drill and I were to become debt free. We have been and start more drilling and production in TRIBUTE TO DR. JAMES PIERPONT like other people, living paycheck to pay- Alaska! I visited Fairbanks and also saw the COMER check. We will soon own our home free and pipeline and I understand the caribou used ∑ Mr. BAYH. Mr. President, today I clear, we have no car payments, and are only some of the structures as posts to scratch honor a great Hoosier, Doctor James luxuries are DirecTV and internet. their backs. I do not work due to cost of daycare and Good luck with the energy crisis! The cost Pierpont Comer. Today we recognize driving distance the amount coming in com- to suppliers is definitely a worry that affects the many accomplishments of Dr. pared to going out it would not add to our in- everyone. Comer, a distinguished professor, inno- come and most likely cost us. MARIE. vator, author, and scholar.

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After helping to found School of Medicine’s Child Study Cen- ernor Peterson became known as a the Senate Steering Committee, Paul ter, Dr. Comer has been a member of dedicated environmentalist for pro- went on to found the Heritage Founda- the Yale medical faculty since 1968. As tecting the 115 miles of Delaware’s tion with Edwin J. Feulner in 1973. founder of the Comer School Develop- coastline from heavy industry. As an Paul also founded the American Legis- ment Program at Yale, he has ad- activist for our environment, he was lative Exchange Council and the Com- vanced a teamwork approach to ensur- determined to help people on a local, mittee for the Survival of a Free Con- ing positive child development and aca- State, and national level understand gress, CSFC, which later became the demic success. The ‘‘Comer Model’’ has that living our lives is not at odds with Free Congress Foundation. Paul now been implemented at over 500 schools preserving our environment. He also serves as chairman and CEO of the nationwide and has promoted the con- contributed to the landmark National Free Congress Foundation. And Paul’s structive growth of countless American Environmental Policy Act as chairman leadership, uniting religious conserv- youth. of the President’s Council on Environ- atives of all faiths, has made the social A native of East Chicago, IN, Dr. mental Quality. conservative movement one of the Comer received his bachelor’s degree The governor’s most recent project most effective movements in modern from Indiana University, his M.D. from has already begun to rejuvenate the history. Howard University, and a master’s in city of Wilmington’s riverfront. He is Finally, I would also have to add that public health from the University of cochairman of the governor’s task not only has Paul dedicated his life to Michigan. He has received no less than force on the future of the Christiana serving the conservative movement, 46 honorary degrees as well as numer- and Brandywine Rivers and also serves his wonderful family, and his Nation, ous other accolades, including the John on the board of the Riverfront Develop- but he has also dedicated his life to P. McGovern Behavioral Science Award ment Corporation. Through these ef- serving God as a leader in his church. from the Smithsonian, the John Hope forts, the city’s riverfront is becoming Senators and conservative leaders Franklin Award, the Heinz Award in a brilliant asset to our State as it at- will come and go. Most of us will be the Human Condition, and the tracts visitors and new residents to the barely remembered. But years from Healthtrac Foundation Prize. An un- area. This beautiful new face to our now when a new crop of conservatives paralleled scholar, Dr. Comer has au- riverfront also has an urban wildlife is charged with advancing our cause, thored nine books and hundreds of arti- refuge center that has been named the sword they will wield will be the cles relating to child development, after Governor Peterson, for his dec- institutions left to them by previous childhood education, and race rela- ades of remarkable work. generations. Many of them, from the tions. These are only a few of Governor Pe- numerous coalitions to the Steering As we honor Dr. Comer today, the terson’s many, many accomplishments. Committee to the mighty Free Con- words of Henry Brooks Adams come to Through his service, he has truly im- mind: ‘‘A teacher affects eternity; he gress Foundation and the Heritage proved the lives of Delawareans and can never tell where his influence Foundation, owe their creation to Paul has invigorated the city of Wilmington. stops.’’ Dr. Comer has helped countless Weyrich. young people develop the building He is currently the Delaware Audubon I want to personally express my grat- blocks necessary to become the leaders Society’s honorary chairman of the itude to Paul for his friendship and for of their generation, and the students board and has received 15 honorary all that he has done to move the con- whose lives he has touched over the doctorates and numerous other awards. servative cause forward. Paul’s hard years will undoubtedly help shape our Governor Peterson is being honored work and dedication have inspired me society through the 21st century.∑ for his contributions at a luncheon and countless others in the fight to next Tuesday, in Wilmington. I can’t protect liberty and to secure America’s f think of a more deserving individual. I future.∑ (At the request of Mr. REID, the fol- wish him all the best as we celebrate f lowing statement was ordered to be his 92nd birthday.∑ printed in the RECORD.) DES MOINES INDEPENDENT f TRIBUTE TO RUSSELL W. COMMUNITY EDUCATION PETERSON TRIBUTE TO PAUL WEYRICH ∑ Mr. HARKIN. Mr. President, in Iowa ∑ ∑ Mr. BIDEN. Mr. President, today I Mr. DEMINT. Mr. President, I would and across the United States, a new celebrate the 92nd birthday of a man I like to take a few minutes to honor school year has begun. As you know, have known and admired for a long Paul Weyrich, a dear friend, and a man Iowa public schools have an excellent time, a man who has dedicated his life who has spent the past 44 years fight- reputation nationwide, and Iowa stu- to making our world a better place for ing to protect the freedom and liberty dents’ test scores are among the high- us and for our children. Russell W. Pe- enjoyed by Americans today. Through- est in the Nation. terson was one of Delaware’s most re- out his adult life, Paul Weyrich has ac- I would like to take just a few min- markable governors and has been a tively advocated for conservative poli- utes today to salute the dedicated truly committed public servant for cies based on our founding principles. teachers, administrators, and school over 60 years. From his days as a young college Re- board members in the Des Moines Inde- Within the early hours of being publican and foot soldier in Barry pendent Community School District, sworn in as governor of Delaware in Goldwater’s 1964 Presidential campaign and to report on their participation in 1969, he delivered on a campaign prom- to his tireless efforts on and around a unique Federal partnership to repair ise to ease tensions in our racially Capitol Hill, Paul has been an instru- and modernize school facilities. charged city of Wilmington. He re- mental force in the conservative move- This fall marks the 10th year of the moved the presence of the National ment of both yesterday and today. Iowa Demonstration Construction Guard who had patrolled the city With courage and conviction, he has Grant Program. That is its formal streets for almost a year, and, along declared the importance of family val- name, but it is better known among with the Delaware State Police, he en- ues, religious freedom and limited gov- educators in Iowa as the Harkin grants forced curfews following the assassina- ernment. for Iowa public schools. Since 1998, I tion of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. History will judge us not on our ti- have been fortunate to secure a total of One of the most memorable accom- tles but on the lasting ideas we ad- $121 million for the State government plishments of the governor’s career was vance and institutions we create. I in Iowa, which selects worthy school

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In many and former board members Ako Abdul- State government in Iowa, which se- cases, this Federal funding is used to Samad, Som Baccam, Margaret lects worthy school districts to receive leverage public and/or private local Borgen, Graham Gillette, Jane Hein, these grants for a range of renovation funding, so it often has a tremendous Jon Neiderbach, Jim Patch, Phil Roe- and repair efforts—everything from up- multiplier effect in a local school dis- der, Laura Sands, Mark Schuling, Na- dating fire safety systems to building trict. dine Hogate and Marc Ward. new schools or renovating existing fa- The Des Moines Independent Commu- I would also like to recognize super- cilities. In many cases, this Federal nity School District is Iowa’s largest intendent Nancy Sebring, former su- funding is used to leverage public and/ public school district, with more than perintendent Eric Witherspoon, chief or private local funding, so it often has 30,000 students, 5,000 teachers and staff operating officer Bill Good, chief finan- a tremendous multiplier effect in a members, and 60 schools in our State’s cial officer Patricia Schroeder, former local school district. capitol city. Serving more students executive director of facilities manage- The Elk Horn-Kimballton Commu- than even our State universities, Des ment Duane Van Hemert, grant spe- nity School District received a 1998 Moines has received several grants, to- cialist Kris Mesicek along with the Harkin grant totaling $250,000 which it taling $4,275,000, to help meet the di- principals, teachers, staff and parents used to help build an addition to the verse and important needs at dozens of at more than two dozen Des Moines high school. The building included a their schools. schools who have helped make the gymnasium and four classrooms for The school district received five con- most effective use of these funds. math, art and science. This school is a struction grants totaling $3,250,000. The As we mark the 10th anniversary of modern, state-of-the-art facility that first construction grant for $750,000 was the Harkin school grant program in befits the educational ambitions and awarded in 1999 to Capitol View Ele- Iowa, I am obliged to point out that excellence of this school district. In- mentary, a new school just a few many thousands of school buildings deed, it is the kind of school facility blocks from our State capitol building. and facilities across the United States that every child in America deserves. In 2000, a $500,000 construction grant are in dire need of renovation or re- The district also received two fire safe- went to Moulton Extended Learning placement. In my State of Iowa alone, ty grants totaling $41,765 to update the Center, a K–8 school in the heart of the according to a recent study, some 79 fire detection system, install heat and city. East High School, the oldest high percent of public schools need to be up- smoke detectors and provide new wir- school in Des Moines, received a 2002 graded or repaired. The harsh reality is ing in the building. grant for $1 million to help with the that the average age of school build- Excellent schools do not just pop up construction of their new Community ings in the United States is nearly 50 like mushrooms after a rain. They are Activity Center. A 2004 construction years. the product of vision, leadership, per- grant for $500,000 helped build a new el- Too often, our children visit ultra- sistence, and a tremendous amount of ementary school combining Longfellow modern shopping malls and gleaming collaboration among local officials and and Wallace, now known as the George sports arenas on weekends, but during concerned citizens. I salute the entire Washington Carver Community School. the week go to school in rundown or staff, administration, and governance And in 2005, a $500,000 construction antiquated facilities. This sends ex- in the Elk Horn-Kimballton Commu- grant helped to renovate the Walnut actly the wrong message to our young nity School District. In particular, I Street School, a growing elementary people about our priorities. We have to would like to recognize the leadership school located in the city’s business do better. of the board of education—Tom Can- district. These schools are the modern, That is why I am deeply grateful to non, Doug Parker, Mark Smith, Tamie state-of-the-art facilities that befit the the professionals and parents in the Fahn and Kevin Petersen and former educational ambitions and excellence Des Moines Independent Community board members Don Christoffersen, of this school district. Indeed, they are School District. There is no question Tom Wall, Mike Howard and Lori Rob- the kind of schools that every child in that a quality public education for ertson. I would also like to recognize America deserves. every child is a top priority in that superintendent Casey Berlau and The Des Moines Independent Commu- community. I salute them, and wish former superintendent Alan Hjelle. nity School District also received five them a very successful new school As we mark the 10th anniversary of fire safety grants totaling $1,025,000 to year.∑ the Harkin school grant program in install fire alarm systems and make f Iowa, I am obliged to point out that other safety repairs at over two dozen many thousands of school buildings schools including, Central Campus, ELK HORN-KIMBALLTON and facilities across the United States home to some of the Nation’s top high COMMUNITY EDUCATION are in dire need of renovation or re- school programs, McCombs Middle ∑ Mr. HARKIN. Mr. President, in Iowa placement. In my State of Iowa alone, School, King Elementary School, East and across the United States, a new according to a recent study, some 79 High School, Hoover High, Meredith school year has begun. As you know, percent of public schools need to be up- Middle School and Lincoln High Iowa public schools have an excellent graded or repaired. The harsh reality is School. The Federal grants have made reputation nationwide, and Iowa stu- that the average age of school build- it possible for the district to provide dents’ test scores are among the high- ings in the United States is nearly 50 quality and safe schools for their stu- est in the Nation. years. dents. I would like to take just a few min- Too often, our children visit ultra- Excellent schools do not just pop up utes today to salute the dedicated modern shopping malls and gleaming like mushrooms after a rain. They are teachers, administrators, and school sports arenas on weekends, but during the product of vision, leadership, per- board members in the Elk Horn- the week go to school in rundown or sistence, and a tremendous amount of Kimballton Community School Dis- antiquated facilities. This sends ex- collaboration among local officials and trict, and to report on their participa- actly the wrong message to our young concerned citizens. I salute the entire tion in a unique Federal partnership to people about our priorities. We have to staff, administration, and governance repair and modernize school facilities. do better. in the Des Moines Independent Commu- This fall marks the 10th year of the That is why I am deeply grateful to nity School District. In particular, I Iowa Demonstration Construction the professionals and parents in the would like to recognize the leadership Grant Program. That is its formal Elk Horn-Kimballton Community of the board of education—chair Ginny name, but it is better known among School District. There is no question

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In particular, I would like to KNOXVILLE COMMUNITY years. recognize the leadership of the board of EDUCATION Too often, our children visit ultra- education—Timothy Becker, Mark ∑ Mr. HARKIN. Mr. President, in Iowa modern shopping malls and gleaming Young, Gary Hoffman, Michele Apple- and across the United States, a new sports arenas on weekends but during gate, Darshini Jayawardena, Robert school year has begun. As you know, the week go to school in rundown or Thoms and Paula Recinos and former Iowa public schools have an excellent antiquated facilities. This sends ex- board members Jim Spicer, Janet reputation nationwide, and Iowa stu- actly the wrong message to our young Isaacson, Richard Hudson, Dr. Samuel dents’ test scores are among the high- people about our priorities. We have to Hunt, Jean Marinos and Nancy Gilman. est in the Nation. do better. I would also like to recognize super- I would like to take just a few min- That is why I am deeply grateful to intendent Dr. Anita Micich, former su- utes today to salute the dedicated the professionals and parents in the perintendent Keith Sersland, buildings teachers, administrators, and school Knoxville Community School District. and grounds supervisor Todd Huff, board members in the Knoxville Com- There is no question that a quality former building and grounds supervisor munity School District and to report public education for every child is a Don O’Connor, finance director Ra- on their participation in a unique Fed- top priority in that community. I sa- mona Jeffrey, former finance director eral partnership to repair and mod- lute them, and wish them a very suc- James Scharff, high school principal ernize school facilities. cessful new school year.∑ Douglas Kennedy and former high This fall marks the 10th year of the f school principal Joyce Judas. Iowa Demonstration Construction As we mark the 10th anniversary of MASON CITY COMMUNITY Grant Program. That is its formal the Harkin school grant program in EDUCATION name, but it is better known among Iowa, I am obliged to point out that educators in Iowa as the program of ∑ Mr. HARKIN. Mr. President, in Iowa many thousands of school buildings Harkin grants for Iowa public schools. and across the United States, a new and facilities across the United States Since 1998, I have been fortunate to se- school year has begun. As you know, are in dire need of renovation or re- cure a total of $121 million for the Iowa public schools have an excellent placement. In my State of Iowa alone, State government in Iowa, which se- reputation nationwide, and Iowa stu- according to a recent study, some 79 lects worthy school districts to receive dents’ test scores are among the high- percent of public schools need to be up- these grants for a range of renovation est in the Nation. graded or repaired. The harsh reality is and repair efforts—everything from up- I would like to take just a few min- that the average age of school build- dating fire safety systems to building utes today to salute the dedicated ings in the United States is nearly 50 new schools or renovating existing fa- teachers, administrators, and school years. cilities. In many cases, this Federal board members in the Mason City Com- Too often, our children visit ultra- funding is used to leverage public and/ munity School District, and to report modern shopping malls and gleaming or private local funding, so it often has on their participation in a unique Fed- sports arenas on weekends, but during a tremendous multiplier effect in a eral partnership to repair and mod- the week go to school in rundown or local school district. ernize school facilities. antiquated facilities. This sends ex- The Knoxville Community School This fall marks the 10th year of the actly the wrong message to our young District received several Harkin fire Iowa Demonstration Construction people about our priorities. We have to safety grants totaling $172,000. The dis- Grant Program. That is its formal do better. trict installed fire and smoke alarm name, but it is better known among That is why I am deeply grateful to systems, and upgraded electrical wir- educators in Iowa as the Harkin grants the professionals and parents in the ing, smoke detection, and warning sys- for Iowa public schools. Since 1998, I Mason City Community School Dis- tems throughout the district. The Fed- have been fortunate to secure a total of trict. There is no question that a qual- eral grants have made it possible for $121 million for the State government ity public education for every child is a the district to provide quality and safe in Iowa, which selects worthy school top priority in that community. I sa- schools for their students. districts to receive these grants for a lute them, and wish them a very suc- Excellent schools do not just pop up range of renovation and repair efforts— cessful new school year.∑ like mushrooms after a rain. They are everything from updating fire safety f the product of vision, leadership, per- systems to building new schools or ren- sistence, and a tremendous amount of ovating existing facilities. In many MEDIAPOLIS COMMUNITY collaboration among local officials and cases, this Federal funding is used to EDUCATION concerned citizens. I salute the entire leverage public and/or private local ∑ Mr. HARKIN. Mr. President, in Iowa staff, administration, and governance funding, so it often has a tremendous and across the United States, a new in the Knoxville Community School multiplier effect in a local school dis- school year has begun. As you know, District. In particular, I would like to trict. Iowa public schools have an excellent recognize the leadership of the board of The Mason City Community School reputation nationwide, and Iowa stu- education Jeff Wallace, Tim McDonald, District received a 2002 Harkin grant dents’ test scores are among the high- Dennis Goad, Mike Husted, and Leslie totaling $522,000 which it used to help est in the Nation. Miller, and former board members to renovate science classrooms at I would like to take just a few min- Mike Helle and Scott Chambers. I Mason City High School. The district utes today to salute the dedicated would also like to recognize super- also received four fire safety grants to- teachers, administrators, and school intendent Randy Flack and director of taling $181,262 for safety improvements board members in the Mediapolis Com- maintenance Jeff Sinnard. throughout the district. The Federal munity School District, and to report As we mark the 10th anniversary of grants have made it possible for the on their participation in a unique Fed- the Harkin school grant program in district to provide quality and safe eral partnership to repair and mod- Iowa, I am obliged to point out that schools for their students. ernize school facilities. many thousands of school buildings Excellent schools do not just pop up This fall marks the 10th year of the and facilities across the United States like mushrooms after a rain. They are Iowa Demonstration Construction

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00059 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.002 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 23452 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 September 30, 2008 Grant Program. That is its formal Mediapolis Community School Dis- School District. In particular, I would name, but it is better known among trict. There is no question that a qual- like to recognize the leadership of the educators in Iowa as the program of ity public education for every child is a board of education president Brad Harkin grants for Iowa public schools. top priority in that community. I sa- Skinner, vice president Steve Hanson, Since 1998, I have been fortunate to se- lute them, and wish them a very suc- Katie Temple, Andrew McGrean, Tom cure a total of $121 million for the cessful new school year.∑ Hadden, Joanne Moeller, and Lori State government in Iowa, which se- f Slings, and former board members Pat lects worthy school districts to receive Staggs VanderWert, Doug Workman, SOUTHEAST POLK COMMUNITY these grants for a range of renovation Gwen Seward Lewis, Jack Scrignoli, EDUCATION and repair efforts everything from up- Richard Owens, Valarie Campbell, dating fire safety systems to building ∑ Mr. HARKIN. Mr. President, in Iowa Doug Keast, and Marion Vande Wall. I new schools or renovating existing fa- and across the United States, a new would also like to recognize super- cilities. In many cases, this Federal school year has begun. As you know, intendent Thomas Downs, former su- funding is used to leverage public and/ Iowa public schools have an excellent perintendent Dr. Joseph Drips, asso- or private local funding, so it often has reputation nationwide, and Iowa stu- ciate superintendent Dr. Stephen Mil- a tremendous multiplier effect in a dents’ test scores are among the high- ler, business manager Mike Hamilton, local school district. est in the Nation. director of support services Dan The Mediapolis Community School I would like to take just a few min- Janssen and the cochairpersons Tom District received several Harkin fire utes today to salute the dedicated Hadden and Melissa Horton and volun- safety grants totaling $150,000 which it teachers, administrators, and school teers for the ‘‘It’s For the Kids’’ cam- used for improvements to the fire safe- board members in the Southeast Polk paign which worked to pass the bond ty system including fire exits, smoke Community School District, and to re- referendum. and heat detectors, and emergency port on their participation in a unique As we mark the 10th anniversary of lighting at several district buildings Federal partnership to repair and mod- the Harkin school grant program in and to replace a section of the roof at ernize school facilities. Iowa, I am obliged to point out that the high school and to repair and re- This fall marks the 10th year of the many thousands of school buildings place deteriorating plaster in the mid- Iowa Demonstration Construction and facilities across the United States dle school gymnasium. The Federal Grant Program. That is its formal are in dire need of renovation or re- grants have made it possible for the name, but it is better known among placement. In my State of Iowa alone, district to provide quality and safe educators in Iowa as the program of according to a recent study, some 79 schools for their students. Harkin grants for Iowa public schools. percent of public schools need to be up- Excellent schools do not just pop up Since 1998, I have been fortunate to se- graded or repaired. The harsh reality is like mushrooms after a rain. They are cure a total of $121 million for the that the average age of school build- the product of vision, leadership, per- State government in Iowa, which se- ings in the United States is nearly 50 sistence, and a tremendous amount of lects worthy school districts to receive years. collaboration among local officials and these grants for a range of renovation Too often, our children visit ultra- concerned citizens. I salute super- and repair efforts, everything from up- modern shopping malls and gleaming intendent Frederick Whipple, former dating fire safety systems to building sports arenas on weekends but during superintendent Bill Newman, the en- new schools or renovating existing fa- the week go to school in rundown or tire staff, administration, and govern- cilities. In many cases, this Federal antiquated facilities. This sends ex- ance in the Mediapolis Community funding is used to leverage public and/ actly the wrong message to our young School District. In particular, I would or private local funding, so it often has people about our priorities. We have to like to recognize the leadership of the a tremendous multiplier effect in a do better. board of education—president Sandy local school district. That is why I am deeply grateful to Hedges, vice president Kenton Klenk, The Southeast Polk Community the professionals and parents in the Michael Brown, Ralph Kaufman, Toby School District received several Harkin Southeast Polk Community School Gordon, Dawn Dunnegan and David grants totaling $2,486,943 which it used District. There is no question that a Baker and former members Kim Hull, to help modernize and make safety im- quality public education for every Jack Bell, Sherry Spence, Kathryn provements throughout the district. child is a top priority in that commu- Whisler, Richard Pfeiff, Melodee Ken- The district received four construction nity. I salute them and wish them a nedy, Julie Edwards and the late Terry grants totaling $2,108,922 to help build a very successful new school year.∑ Miller. new school in Runnells, to help provide f As we mark the 10th anniversary of additional classrooms at Mitchellville, the Harkin school grant program in Delaware, and Centennial schools and ROCK VALLEY COMMUNITY Iowa, I am obliged to point out that to help build Clay Elementary in Al- EDUCATION many thousands of school buildings toona. The additional classrooms and ∑ Mr. HARKIN. Mr. President, in Iowa and facilities across the United States new schools are needed to address rapid and across the United States, a new are in dire need of renovation or re- growth of students in the district. school year has begun. As you know, placement. In my State of Iowa alone, These schools are the modern, state-of- Iowa public schools have an excellent according to a recent study, some 79 the-art facilities that befit the edu- reputation nationwide, and Iowa stu- percent of public schools need to be up- cational ambitions and excellence of dents’ test scores are among the high- graded or repaired. The harsh reality is this school district. Indeed, they are est in the Nation. that the average age of school build- the kind of school facilities that every I would like to take just a few min- ings in the United States is nearly 50 child in America deserves. The district utes today to salute the dedicated years. also received four fire safety grants to- teachers, administrators, and school Too often, our children visit ultra- taling $377,951 to make safety improve- board members in the Rock Valley modern shopping malls and gleaming ments throughout the district. Community School District, and to re- sports arenas on weekends, but during Excellent schools do not just pop up port on their participation in a unique the week go to school in rundown or like mushrooms after a rain. They are Federal partnership to repair and mod- antiquated facilities. This sends ex- the product of vision, leadership, per- ernize school facilities. actly the wrong message to our young sistence, and a tremendous amount of This fall marks the 10th year of the people about our priorities. We have to collaboration among local officials and Iowa Demonstration Construction do better. concerned citizens. I salute the entire Grant Program. That is its formal That is why I am deeply grateful to staff, administration, and governance name, but it is better known among the professionals and parents in the in the Southeast Polk Community educators in Iowa as the program of

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There is no question that a qual- also like to recognize superintendent dating fire safety systems to building ity public education for every child is a Robert Mata, former superintendent new schools or renovating existing fa- top priority in that community. I sa- Rebecca Rodocker, principal Jim Ham- cilities. In many cases, this Federal lute them, and wish them a very suc- ilton, and staff members including Tom funding is used to leverage public and/ cessful new school year.∑ Anderson, Harry Christofferson and or private local funding, so it often has f Richard Brand. a tremendous multiplier effect in a The new high school was the result of WEST LIBERTY COMMUNITY local school district. the dedicated community leadership of The Rock Valley Community School EDUCATION Ken Morrison, Bill Cline, Jerry Ander- District received a 2005 Harkin grant ∑ Mr. HARKIN. Mr. President, in Iowa son, Joyce Gauger, Jim Keele, Bob totaling $500,000 which it used to help and across the United States, a new Owen, Geri Owen, Melody Henderson, build a new elementary school which school year has begun. As you know, Tesla Graham, Darren Brooke, Lori includes classroom space for pre-kin- Iowa public schools have an excellent Brooke, Mark Johnson, Jan Fulwider, dergarten students and a new library reputation nationwide, and Iowa stu- Lyle Zimmerman, Betty Zimmerman, for the school district. The district also dents’ test scores are among the high- and Bob Cline and the West Liberty renovated space in the high school to est in the Nation. School Foundation whose members in- provide classrooms for the middle I would like to take just a few min- cluded Tim Schneider, Linda Riley, school. This school is a modern, state- utes today to salute the dedicated Barb Keele, Bill Koellner, Mary of-the-art facility that benefits the teachers, administrators, and school Larson, and Jerry Melick. educational ambitions and excellence board members in the West Liberty As we mark the 10th anniversary of of this school district. Indeed, it is the Community School District, and to re- the Harkin School Grant program in kind of school facility that every child port on their participation in a unique Iowa, I am obliged to point out that in America deserves. federal partnership to repair and mod- many thousands of school buildings Excellent schools do not just pop up ernize school facilities. and facilities across the United States like mushrooms after a rain. They are This fall marks the 10th year of the are in dire need of renovation or re- the product of vision, leadership, per- Iowa Demonstration Construction placement. In my State of Iowa alone, sistence, and a tremendous amount of Grant Program. That is its formal according to a recent study, some 79 collaboration among local officials and name, but it is better known among percent of public schools need to be up- concerned citizens. I salute the entire educators in Iowa as the program of graded or repaired. The harsh reality is staff, administration, and governance Harkin grants for Iowa public schools. that the average age of school build- in the Rock Valley Community School Since 1998, I have been fortunate to se- ings in the United States is nearly 50 District. In particular, I would like to cure a total of $121 million for the years. Too often, our children visit ultra- recognize the leadership of the board of State government in Iowa, which se- modern shopping malls and gleaming education—president Al Vermeer, vice lects worthy school districts to receive sports arenas on weekends but during president Mary Pat Miller, Scott these grants for a range of renovation the week go to school in rundown or Kooima, Terry Van Maanen and James and repair efforts, everything from up- antiquated facilities. This sends ex- Van Veldhuizen and former board dating fire safety systems to building actly the wrong message to our young members Kevin Boeve, Gary Miller and new schools or renovating existing fa- people about our priorities. We have to cilities. In many cases, this Federal Brian Nelsen. I would also like to rec- do better. ognize superintendent Dennis Mozer, funding is used to leverage public and/ That is why I am deeply grateful to high school principal Dave Meylink, el- or private local funding, so it often has the professionals and parents in the ementary school principal Don a tremendous multiplier effect in a West Liberty Community School Dis- Ortman, business manager Randy Tay- local school district. trict. There is no question that a qual- lor and the many volunteers and lead- The school district received a 2001 ity public education for every child is a ers of the community group which sup- Harkin grant totaling $500,000 with ad- top priority in that community. I sa- ported the bond referendum including ditional funding from a bond ref- lute them and wish them a very suc- Cal De Ruyter, Chris Godfredsen, Scott erendum, local option sales tax and a cessful new school year.∑ and Ericka Van Kekerix, Terry and Sue donation from the West Liberty School f Van Maanen, Earl De Bey, Brian and Foundation which was used for the Kris Vande Hoef, Kathleen Jespersen, construction a new high school. A 2002 TRIBUTE TO CAROL SCHEMAN Chuck Hoogeveen and Darlene Westra. grant for $342,000 was used for the con- ∑ Mr. INOUYE. Mr. President, I wish to As we mark the 10th anniversary of struction of the vocational agriculture recognize a great American who has the Harkin school grant program in greenhouse located at the high school. honorably served our country through Iowa, I am obliged to point out that This school is the modern, state-of-the- her role at Uniformed Services Univer- many thousands of school buildings art facility that befits the educational sity, USU. and facilities across the United States ambitions and excellence of this school In January 2006, Ms. Scheman began are in dire need of renovation or re- district. Indeed, it is the kind of school her service at USU. Prior to assuming placement. In my State of Iowa alone, facility that every child in America de- the vice presidency of External Affairs according to a recent study, some 79 serves. at USU, she was vice president for gov- percent of public schools need to be up- Excellent schools do not just pop up ernment, community and public affairs graded or repaired. The harsh reality is like mushrooms after a rain. They are at the University of Pennsylvania for that the average age of school build- the product of vision, leadership, per- 11 years. Before serving at University ings in the United States is nearly 50 sistence, and a tremendous amount of of Pennsylvania, Ms. Scheman was the years. collaboration among local officials and deputy commissioner of external af- Too often, our children visit ultra- concerned citizens. I salute the entire fairs at the Food and Drug Administra- modern shopping malls and gleaming staff, administration, and governance tion. She also served as vice president sports arenas on weekends, but during in the West Liberty Community School and director of Federal relations for the week go to school in rundown or District. In particular, I would like to the Association of American Univer- antiquated facilities. This sends ex- recognize the leadership of the Board of sities before working for the FDA.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00061 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.002 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 23454 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 September 30, 2008 During her time at USU, Ms. EXECUTIVE MESSAGE REFERRED Ms. Niland, one of its reading clerks, Scheman has helped create the univer- As in executive session the Presiding announced that the House has passed sity’s first Office of External Affairs Officer laid before the Senate a mes- the following bills, in which it requests bringing together the university’s var- sage from the President of the United the concurrence of the Senate: ious units that deal with its external States submitting a nomination which H.R. 4131. An act to designate a portion of communities including media out- was referred to the Committee on California State Route 91 located in Los An- reach/public affairs, alumni affairs, Homeland Security and Governmental geles County, California, as the ‘‘Juanita board of regents support, publications, Affairs. Millender-McDonald Highway’’. Web site oversight, and associated vis- H.R. 6600. An act to amend title II of the (The nomination received today is Social Security Act to prohibit the inclusion ual, photo/videographic, graphic serv- printed at the end of the Senate pro- of Social Security account numbers on Medi- ices, protocol and events, including ceedings.) care cards. commencement, and government and f H.R. 6669. An act to provide that claims of community affairs. Her team developed the United States to certain documents re- the university’s first unified branding MESSAGE FROM THE HOUSE lating to Franklin Delano Roosevelt shall be initiative that created the content for RECEIVED DURING RECESS treated as waived and relinquished in certain a campaign to clearly describe the uni- circumstances. versity to a wide variety of audiences. H.R. 7017. An act to amend Public Law 100– ENROLLED BILLS SIGNED 573 to extend the authorization of the Dela- Under her skillful leadership, USU pro- Under the authority of the order of ware Water Gap National Recreation Area duced its first annual report, calendar, the Senate of January 3, 2008, the Sec- Citizen Advisory Commission. combined university catalog and inter- retary of the Senate, on September 29, H.R. 7175. An act to amend the Small Busi- nal newsletter; launched a new Web ness Act to improve the section 7(a) lending 2008, during the recess of the Senate, site, and created a large variety of program, and for other purposes. received a message from the House of multimedia products designed to in- H.R. 7198. An act to establish the Steph- Representatives announcing that the crease the university’s visibility. These anie Tubbs Jones Gift of Life Medal for Speaker pro tempore (Mr. HOYER) had organ donors and the family of organ donors. various products are part of ongoing ef- signed the following enrolled bills: H.R. 7216. An act to amend section 3328 of forts to reflect coherent, accurate, and title 5, United States Code, relating to Selec- accessible information about the uni- S. 2162. An act to improve the treatment and services provided by the Department of tive Service registration. versity to the general public, prospec- Veterans Affairs to veterans with post-trau- H.R. 7217. An act to amend title 40, United tive students, faculty, local commu- matic stress disorder and substance use dis- States Code, to enhance authorities with re- nities, Congress, and the media. orders, and for other purposes. gard to real property that has yet to be re- S. 2840. An act to establish a liaison with ported excess, and for other purposes. She also served as acting executive H.R. 7222. An act to extend the Andean secretary to the university’s board of the Federal Bureau of Investigation in United States Citizenship and Immigration Trade Preference Act, and for other pur- regents and supported efforts to in- Services to expedite naturalization applica- poses. crease communication with the board tions filed by members of the Armed Forces The message also announced that the and ensure a seamless transition for and to establish a deadline for processing House has passed the following bills, new board members. The Office of Ex- such applications. without amendment: S. 2982. An act to amend the Runaway and ternal Affairs has developed into an S. 1276. An act to facilitate the creation of Homeless Youth Act to authorize appropria- interdisciplinary team that continues methamphetamine precursor electronic log- tions, and for other purposes. to develop innovative and creative S. 3597. An act to provide that funds allo- book systems, and for other purposes. ways to portray this unique institution cated for community food projects for fiscal S. 1582. An act to reauthorize and amend to a wide variety of constituencies. year 2008 shall remain available until Sep- the Hydrographic Services Improvement tember 30, 2009. Act, and for other purposes. Ms. Scheman worked closely with S. 2304. An act to amend title I of the Om- DOD’s Office of the Assistant Secretary H.R. 1157. An act to amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize the Director nibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of for Health Affairs on public relations of the National Institute of Environmental 1968 to provide grants for the improved men- outreach, with the relevant congres- Health Sciences to make grants for the de- tal health treatment and services provided sional committees on issues vital to velopment and operation of research centers to offenders with mental illnesses, and for the university’s continued growth, regarding environmental factors that may be other purposes. with academic and scientific societies related to the etiology of breast cancer. S. 3128. An act to direct the Secretary of H.R. 1777. An act to amend the Improving the Interior to provide a loan to the White and associations and local and state Mountain Apache Tribe for use in planning, government officials on ‘‘town-grown’’ America’s Schools Act of 1994 to make per- manent the favorable treatment of need- engineering, and designing a certain water issues, especially as the relate to the based educational aid under the antitrust system project. base realignment and closure/integra- laws. S. 3296. An act to extend the authority of tion process. She was instrumental in H.R. 5057. An act to reauthorize the Debbie the United States Supreme Court Police to developing new relationships with local Smith DNA Backlog Grant Program, and for protect court officials off the Supreme Court and national media and in developing other purposes. Grounds and change the title of the Adminis- new innovative opportunities for the H.R. 5571. An act to extend for 5 years the trative Assistant to the Chief Justice. S. 3536. An act to amend section 5402 of university to reach a broader audience program relating to waiver of the foreign country residence requirement with respect title 39, United States Code, to modify the in order to increase the general knowl- to international medical graduates, and for authority relating to United States Postal edge and understanding of this aca- other purposes. Service air transportation contracts, and for demic health center’s unique role in H.R. 6460. An act to amend the Federal other purposes. health professions education. Water Pollution Control Act to provide for S. 3550. An act to designate a portion of the We wish Ms. Scheman the best of the remediation of sediment contamination Rappahannock River in the Commonwealth in areas of concern, and for other purposes of Virginia as the ‘‘John W. Warner Rapids’’. luck on her new role as senior vice H.R. 6946. An act to make a technical cor- S. 3598. An act to amend titles 46 and 18, president for external affairs at North- rection in the NET 911 Improvement Act of United States Code, with respect to the oper- eastern University in Boston, MA.∑ 2008. ation of submersible vessels and semi-sub- The enrolled bills were subsequently mersible vessels without nationality. f signed during the session of the Senate The message further announced that by the President pro tempore (Mr. the House has passed the following MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT BYRD). bills, with amendments, in which it re- f quests the concurrence of the Senate: A message from the President of the MESSAGE FROM THE HOUSE S. 1193. An act to direct the Secretary of United States was communicated to the Interior to take into trust 2 parcels of the Senate by Mrs. Neiman, one of his At 10:02 a.m., a message from the Federal land for the benefit of certain Indian secretaries. House of Representatives, delivered by Pueblos in the State of New Mexico.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00062 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.002 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD September 30, 2008 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 23455 S. 1492. An act to improve the quality of ments, or average crop revenue elec- ‘‘Allowing Bar-Type Cut Turkey Operations Federal and State data regarding the avail- tion payments when the sum of the To Use J-Type Cut Maximum Line Speeds’’ ability and quality of broadband services and base acres of a farm is 10 acres, or less, ((RIN0583–AD18)(73 FR 51899)) received on September 18, 2008; to the Committee on Ag- to promote the deployment of affordable and for other purposes. broadband services to all parts of the Nation. riculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. The message also announced that the f EC–8129. A communication from the Sec- retary of Energy, transmitting , pursuant to House has passed the following bill, ENROLLED BILLS SIGNED law, a report entitled ‘‘Fifth Report to Con- with an amendment, in which it re- gress on Actions Taken by the Department quests the concurrence of the Senate: The President pro tempore (Mr. of Energy in Response to the Proposals in S. 2382. An act to require the Adminis- BYRD) announced that on today, Sep- the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety trator of the Federal Emergency Manage- tember 30, 2008, he had signed the fol- Board’s December 2003 Report to Congress on ment Agency to quickly and fairly address lowing enrolled bills, previously signed Plutonium Storage at the Savannah River the abundance of surplus manufactured by the Speaker of the House: Site″; to the Committee on Energy and Nat- housing units stored by the Federal Govern- H.R. 3229. An act to require the Secretary ural Resources. EC–8130. A communication from the Chief ment around the country at taxpayer ex- of the Treasury to mint coins in commemo- of the Publications and Regulations Unit, In- pense. ration of the legacy of the United States ternal Revenue Service, Department of the Army Infantry and the establishment of the The message further announced that Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the National Infantry Museum and Soldier Cen- pursuant to section 333(a)(2) of the Con- report of a rule entitled ‘‘Tax-Exempt Bond solidated Natural Resources Act of 2008 ter. Partnerships: Eligibility for Monthly Closing (Public Law 110–229), the Minority H.R. 5265. An act to amend the Public Elections’’ (Notice 2008–80) received on Sep- Health Service Act to provide for research tember 25, 2008; to the Committee on Fi- Leader appoints the following member with respect to various forms of muscular to the Commission to Study the Poten- nance. dystrophy, including Becker, congenital, dis- EC–8131. A communication from the Chief tial Creation of a National Museum of tal, Duchenne, Emery-Dreifuss facioscapulo- of the Publications and Regulations Unit, In- the American Latino: Dr. Aida humeral, limb-girdle, myotonic, and ternal Revenue Service, Department of the Levitan, Ph.D., of Key Biscayne, Flor- oculopharyngeal, muscular dystrophies. Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the ida. H. R. 5872. An act to require the Secretary report of a rule entitled ‘‘Applicable Federal The message also announced that of the Treasury to mint coins in commemo- Rates—October 2008’’ (Rev. Rul. 2008–49) re- pursuant to section 4(a) of the Commis- ration of the centennial of the Boy Scouts of ceived on September 25, 2008; to the Com- sion on the Abolition of the Trans- America, and for other purposes. mittee on Finance. f EC–8132. A communication from the Chief atlantic Slave Trade Act (Public Law of the Publications and Regulations Unit, In- 110–183), the Minority Leader appoints ENROLLED BILLS PRESENTED ternal Revenue Service, Department of the the following member to the Commis- Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the sion on the Abolition of the Trans- The Assistant Secretary of the Sen- report of a rule entitled ‘‘Tax-Exempt Hous- atlantic Slave Trade: Mr. Eric ate reported that on today, September ing Bonds and 2008 Housing Legislation’’ (No- Sheppard of Carrollton, Virginia. 30, 2008, she had presented to the Presi- tice 2008–79) received on September 25, 2008; The message further announced that dent of the United States the following to the Committee on Finance. the House agrees to the amendments of enrolled bills: EC–8133. A communication from the Chief of the Publications and Regulations Unit, In- the Senate to the bill (H.R. 2963) to S. 2162. An act to improve the treatment ternal Revenue Service, Department of the transfer certain land in Riverside and services provided by the Department of Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the County, California, and San Diego Veterans Affairs to veterans with post-trau- report of a rule entitled ‘‘Relaxing Restric- County, California, from the Bureau of matic stress disorder and substance use dis- tions on Issuing Letters to New Pre-approved orders, and for other purposes. Plans’’ (Rev. Proc. 2008–56) received on Sep- Land Management to the United States S. 2840. An act to establish a liaison with to be held in trust for the Pechanga tember 25, 2008; to the Committee on Fi- the Federal Bureau of Investigation in the nance. Band of Luiseno Mission Indians, and United States Citizenship and Immigration EC–8134. A communication from the Acting for other purposes. Services to expedite naturalization applica- Assistant Secretary, Office of Legislative Af- The message also announced that the tions filed by members of the Armed Forces fairs, Department of State, transmitting, House agrees to the amendment of the and to establish a deadline for processing pursuant to law, the certification of a pro- Senate to the bill (H.R. 5350) to author- such applications. posed license for the export of defense arti- ize the Secretary of Commerce to sell S. 2982. An act to amend the Runaway and cles in the amount of $1,000,000 to Canada; to or exchange certain National Oceanic Homeless Youth Act to authorize appropria- the Committee on Foreign Relations. tions, and for other purposes. EC–8135. A communication from the Pro- and Atmospheric Administration prop- S. 3597. An act to provide that funds allo- gram Analyst, Federal Aviation Administra- erty located in Norfolk, Virginia, and cated for community food projects for fiscal tion, Department of Transportation, trans- for other purposes. year 2008 shall remain available until Sep- mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule The message further announced that tember 30, 2009. entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives; Viking the House agrees to the amendment of Air Limited Models DHC–6–1, DHC–6–100, f the Senate to the bill (H.R. 5618) to re- DHC–6–200, and DHC–6–300 Airplanes’’ authorize and amend the National Sea EXECUTIVE AND OTHER ((RIN2120–AA64)(Docket No. FAA–2008–0367)) Grant College Program Act, and for COMMUNICATIONS received on August 20, 2008; to the Com- mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- other purposes. The following communications were tation. The message also announced that the laid before the Senate, together with EC–8136. A communication from the Pro- House agrees to the amendment of the accompanying papers, reports, and doc- gram Analyst, Federal Aviation Administra- Senate to the bill (H.R. 6098) to amend uments, and were referred as indicated: tion, Department of Transportation, trans- the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule EC–8127. A communication from the Divi- entitled ‘‘Establishment of Class E5 Air- improve the financial assistance pro- sion Director of the Policy Issuances Divi- vided to State, local, and tribal govern- space; Long Prairie, MN’’ ((Docket No. FAA– sion, Food Safety and Inspection Service, 2008–023)(Airspace Docket No. 08–AGL–1)) re- ments for information sharing activi- Department of Agriculture, transmitting, ceived on August 20, 2008; to the Committee ties, and for other purposes. pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. The message further announced that ‘‘Determining Net Weight Compliance for EC–8137. A communication from the Pro- the House agrees to the amendment of Meat and Poultry Products’’ ((RIN0583– gram Analyst, Federal Aviation Administra- the Senate to the bill (H.R. 6849) to AD17)(73 FR 52189)) received on September 18, tion, Department of Transportation, trans- amend the commodity provisions of the 2008; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nu- mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of trition, and Forestry. entitled ‘‘Establishment of Class E Airspace; EC–8128. A communication from the Divi- Long Prairie, MN; Confirmation of Effective 2008 to permit producers to aggregate sion Director of the Policy Issuances Divi- Date; Correction’’ ((Docket No. FAA–2008– base acres and reconstitute farms to sion, Food Safety and Inspection Service, 0023)(Airspace Docket No. 08–AGL–1)) re- avoid the prohibition on receiving di- Department of Agriculture, transmitting, ceived on August 20 , 2008; to the Committee rect payments, counter-cyclical pay- pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00063 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.002 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 23456 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 September 30, 2008 EC–8138. A communication from the Pro- 2007–29372)(Airspace Docket No. 07–ASW–9)) ee’s gross income any employer-provided gram Analyst, Federal Aviation Administra- received on September 30, 2008; to the Com- supplemental instructional services assist- tion, Department of Transportation, trans- mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- ance, and for other purposes; to the Com- mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule tation. mittee on Finance. entitled ‘‘Proposed Establishment of Class E EC–8147. A communication from the Pro- By Mr. SCHUMER (for himself and Airspace; Philippi, WV’’ ((Docket No. FAA– gram Analyst, Federal Aviation Administra- Mrs. CLINTON): 2008–0131)(Airspace Docket No. 08–AEA–12)) tion, Department of Transportation, trans- S. 3656. A bill to preserve access to received on August 20, 2008; to the Com- mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule healthcare under the Medicare and Medicaid mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- entitled ‘‘Amendment of Class D and E Air- programs; to the Committee on Finance. tation. space; Jacksonville Cecil Field, FL’’ ((Dock- By Mr. BAUCUS: EC–8139. A communication from the Chief et No. FAA–2007–29055)(Airspace Docket No. S. 3657. A bill to provide additional respite 07–ASO–19)) received on September 30, 2008; of Regulations and Administrative Law, U.S. care for spouses of members of the Armed to the Committee on Commerce, Science, Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Secu- Forces who deploy overseas, and for other rity, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- and Transportation. EC–8148. A communication from the Pro- purposes; to the Committee on Armed Serv- port of a rule entitled ‘‘Drawbridge Oper- ices. ation Regulation; Plaquemine Brule Bayou, gram Analyst, Federal Aviation Administra- tion, Department of Transportation, trans- By Mr. CARPER: Midland, LA’’ (RIN1625–AA09) received on S. 3658. A bill to require the accreditation September 25, 2008; to the Committee on mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Amendment of Class D Airspace; of English language training programs, and Commerce, Science, and Transportation. for other purposes; considered and passed. EC–8140. A communication from the Chief Jacksonville NAS, FL’’ ((Docket No. FAA– of Regulations and Administrative Law, U.S. 2007–29057)(Airspace Docket No. 07–ASO–20)) Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Secu- received on September 30, 2008; to the Com- f mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- rity, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- tation. port of a rule entitled ‘‘Training and Service EC–8149. A communication from the Pro- SUBMISSION OF CONCURRENT AND Requirements for Merchant Marine Officers’’ gram Analyst, Federal Aviation Administra- SENATE RESOLUTIONS ((RIN1625–AB10)(USCG–2006–26202)) received tion, Department of Transportation, trans- The following concurrent resolutions on September 25, 2008; to the Committee on mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule Commerce, Science, and Transportation. entitled ‘‘Modification of Class D Airspace; and Senate resolutions were read, and EC–8141. A communication from the Chief Brunswick, ME’’ ((Docket No. FAA–2008– referred (or acted upon), as indicated: of Regulations and Administrative Law, U.S. 0203)(Airspace Docket No. 08–ANE–99)) re- By Mrs. DOLE (for herself, Mr. BROWN, Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Secu- ceived on September 30, 2008; to the Com- Mr. VOINOVICH, Mr. BURR, Mr. STE- rity, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- VENS, Mr. VITTER, Mr. ROBERTS, and port of a rule entitled ‘‘Security Zone Regu- tation. Mr. MCCONNELL): lations (including 2 regulations beginning EC–8150. A communication from the Pro- S. Res. 695. A resolution commending the with USCG–2008–0823)’’ (RIN1625–AA87) re- gram Analyst, Federal Aviation Administra- Honor Flight Network and its volunteers and ceived on September 25, 2008; to the Com- tion, Department of Transportation, trans- donors for making it possible for World War mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule II veterans to travel to the Nation’s capital tation. entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives; to visit the World War II Memorial created EC–8142. A communication from the Chief Turbomeca S.A. Arrius 2F Turboshaft En- in their honor; considered and agreed to. of Regulations and Administrative Law, U.S. gines’’ ((RIN2120–AA64)(Docket No. FAA– By Mr. STEVENS (for himself and Ms. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Secu- 2007–28053)) received on September 30, 2008; to MURKOWSKI): rity, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- the Committee on Commerce, Science, and S. Res. 696. A resolution designating Sep- port of a rule entitled ‘‘Safety Zone Regula- Transportation. tember 2008 as ‘‘National Youth Court tions (including 2 beginning with USCG–2008– EC–8151. A communication from the Pro- Month’’; considered and agreed to. 0835)’’ (RIN1625–AA00) received on September gram Analyst, Federal Aviation Administra- By Mr. ROCKEFELLER (for himself 25, 2008; to the Committee on Commerce, tion, Department of Transportation, trans- and Mr. BENNETT): Science, and Transportation. mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule EC–8143. A communication from the Chief entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives; Airbus S. Res. 697. A resolution supporting the of Regulations and Administrative Law, U.S. Model A330 and A340 Airplanes’’ ((RIN2120– goals and ideals of National Cyber Security Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Secu- AA64)(Docket No. FAA–2007–0347)) received Awareness Month and raising awareness and rity, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- on September 30, 2008; to the Committee on enhancing the state of computer security in port of a rule entitled ‘‘Special Local Regu- Commerce, Science, and Transportation. the United States; considered and agreed to. lations for Marine Events; Choptank River, EC–8152. A communication from the Pro- By Mr. REID (for Mr. BIDEN (for him- Cambridge, MD’’ ((RIN1625–AA08)(Docket No. gram Analyst, Federal Aviation Administra- self, Mr. GRASSLEY, Mr. CASEY, Mrs. USCG–2008–0832)) received on September 25, tion, Department of Transportation, trans- DOLE, Mr. LEAHY, Mrs. BOXER, Mr. 2008; to the Committee on Commerce, mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule INHOFE, Mr. WHITEHOUSE, Mr. JOHN- Science, and Transportation. entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives; SON, Mr. WYDEN, and Mr. BAYH)): EC–8144. A communication from the Chief Eurocopter France Model AS 355 N Heli- S. Res. 698. A resolution designating Octo- of Regulations and Administrative Law, U.S. copters’’ ((RIN2120–AA64)(Docket No. FAA– ber 17, 2008, as ‘‘National Mammography Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Secu- 2008–0041)) received on September 30, 2008; to Day’’; considered and agreed to. rity, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- the Committee on Commerce, Science, and By Mr. DODD (for himself, Ms. COL- port of a rule entitled ‘‘Financial Responsi- Transportation. LINS, Mr. BIDEN, Mr. MCCAIN, Mr. bility for Water Pollution (Vessels) and OPA EC–8153. A communication from the Pro- LEAHY, and Mr. OBAMA): 90 Limits of Liability (Vessels and Deep- gram Analyst, Federal Aviation Administra- S. Res. 699. A resolution supporting the water Ports)’’ ((RIN1625–AA98)(Docket No. tion, Department of Transportation, trans- work of firefighters to educate and protect USCG–2005–21780)) received on September 25, mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule the Nation’s communities, and the goals and 2008; to the Committee on Commerce, entitled ‘‘Establishment of Low Altitude ideals of Fire Prevention Week, October 5–11, Science, and Transportation. Area Navigation Route T–209; GA’’ 2008, as designated by the National Fire Pro- EC–8145. A communication from the Pro- ((RIN2120–AA66)(Docket No. FAA–2007–28161)) tection Association; considered and agreed gram Analyst, Federal Aviation Administra- received on September 30, 2008; to the Com- to. tion, Department of Transportation, trans- mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- By Mr. CARDIN (for himself, Ms. MI- mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule tation. KULSKI, Mr. LEVIN, Ms. STABENOW, entitled ‘‘Amendment of Class D Airspace; f Mr. MARTINEZ, Mr. DURBIN, Mrs. Jacksonville Whitehouse NOLF, FL’’ ((Dock- DOLE, Mr. MENENDEZ, Mrs. FEINSTEIN, et No. FAA–2007–29058)(Airspace Docket No. INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND Mr. SHELBY, Mr. FEINGOLD, Mr. 07–ASO–21)) received on September 30, 2008; JOINT RESOLUTIONS BUNNING, Mr. NELSON of Florida, Mr. BURR, Mrs. BOXER, and Mr. LAUTEN- to the Committee on Commerce, Science, The following bills and joint resolu- and Transportation. BERG): EC–8146. A communication from the Pro- tions were introduced, read the first S. Res. 700. A resolution congratulating gram Analyst, Federal Aviation Administra- and second times by unanimous con- Michael Phelps and the members and coach- tion, Department of Transportation, trans- sent, and referred as indicated: es of the United States Olympic Swimming mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule By Ms. SNOWE: Team for their record-breaking performance entitled ‘‘Establishment of Class D Airspace; S. 3655. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- at the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Bei- New Braunfels, Texas’’ ((Docket No. FAA– enue Code of 1986 to exclude from an employ- jing, China; considered and agreed to.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00064 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.002 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD September 30, 2008 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 23457 ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS commemoration of the centennial of A sound education for every Amer- S. 587 the establishment of the Girl Scouts of ican child is fundamental to the well- the United States of America. being and prosperity of our society, At the request of Ms. STABENOW, the name of the Senator from Ohio (Mr. S. 3596 both now and in the future. Yet, as we At the request of Mr. KERRY, the are all acutely aware, not every child VOINOVICH) was added as a cosponsor of S. 587, a bill to require the Secretary of name of the Senator from Indiana (Mr. learns at the same pace, nor in the the Treasury to mint coins in com- BAYH) was added as a cosponsor of S. same manner, and some face unique memoration of the Model T Ford Auto- 3596, a bill to stabilize the small busi- challenges that cannot be overcome mobile and the 100th anniversary of the ness lending market, and for other pur- simply in a typical classroom setting. Highland Park Plant, Michigan, the poses. Many children require—and greatly birthplace of the assembly line, and for S. 3652 benefit from—additional help in aca- other purposes. At the request of Ms. CANTWELL, the demics. Regrettably, our nation’s mid- name of the Senator from Florida (Mr. dle-class families are increasingly un- S. 826 NELSON) was added as a cosponsor of S. able to afford this essential ancillary At the request of Mr. MENENDEZ, the 3652, a bill to provide for financial mar- support for their children. These fami- names of the Senator from Vermont ket investigation, oversight, and re- lies find themselves under considerable (Mr. SANDERS), the Senator from Mas- form. and ever-increasing financial strain, sachusetts (Mr. KENNEDY) and the Sen- S. 3653 with more and more income going to ator from Wisconsin (Mr. KOHL) were At the request of Mrs. CLINTON, the pay for gasoline, health care, groceries, added as cosponsors of S. 826, a bill to name of the Senator from Minnesota and a multitude of other expenses. Fur- posthumously award a Congressional (Ms. KLOBUCHAR) was added as a co- thermore, according to a 2007 report gold medal to Alice Paul, in recogni- sponsor of S. 3653, a bill to amend the from Demos and the Institute on As- tion of her role in the women’s suffrage Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to sets & Social Policy at Brandeis Uni- movement and in advancing equal provide for country of origin labeling versity, more than half of middle-class rights for women. for dairy products. families have no financial assets, or S. 1130 S. RES. 616 worse, their debts exceed their assets. At the request of Mrs. LINCOLN, the At the request of Mrs. LINCOLN, the At present, employees may set aside name of the Senator from South Da- names of the Senator from Minnesota a portion of their earnings to establish kota (Mr. JOHNSON) was added as a co- (Ms. KLOBUCHAR) and the Senator from a flexible spending account, or FSA, al- sponsor of S. 1130, a bill to amend the Washington (Ms. CANTWELL) were lowing them to pay for qualified med- Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to re- added as cosponsors of S. Res. 616, a ical or dependent care expenses free store, increase, and make permanent resolution reducing maternal mor- from income and payroll taxes. Our the exclusion from gross income for tality both at home and abroad. legislation would permit employees to amounts received under qualified group S. RES. 630 use their dependent care FSAs to cover legal services plans. At the request of Mrs. CLINTON, the supplemental instructional expenses, S. 2928 name of the Senator from Indiana (Mr. thereby saving themselves up to 40 per- At the request of Mr. SCHUMER, the BAYH) was added as a cosponsor of S. cent of their cost. Critically, this bill is name of the Senator from South Da- Res. 630, a resolution recognizing the targeted to middle-class families, those kota (Mr. JOHNSON) was added as a co- importance of connecting foster youth who most necessitate our assistance. sponsor of S. 2928, a bill to ban to the workforce through internship Indeed, only those employees making bisphenol A in children’s products. programs, and encouraging employers $105,000 or less per year would be able S. 3331 to increase employment of former fos- to exclude amounts paid for these serv- At the request of Mr. BAUCUS, the ter youth. ices from their taxable income. Addi- name of the Senator from Georgia (Mr. S. RES. 636 tionally, supplemental instructional ISAKSON) was added as a cosponsor of S. At the request of Mr. GRAHAM, the expenses would be subject to a com- 3331, a bill to amend the Internal Rev- name of the Senator from New Hamp- bined $5,000 cap with other dependent enue Code of 1986 to require that the shire (Mr. GREGG) was added as a co- care expenses. payment of the manufacturers’ excise sponsor of S. Res. 636, a resolution rec- This bill would help more middle- tax on recreational equipment be paid ognizing the strategic success of the class children to receive extra assist- quarterly. troop surge in Iraq and expressing grat- ance for a host of subjects ranging S. 3416 itude to the members of the United from English and mathematics to science, government, and foreign lan- At the request of Mr. LAUTENBERG, States Armed Forces who made that the name of the Senator from New Jer- success possible. guages. At a time when graduates who attain a bachelor’s degree earn roughly sey (Mr. MENENDEZ) was added as a co- f sponsor of S. 3416, a bill to amend sec- 96 percent more than high school grad- STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED uates, according to the U.S. Bureau of tion 40122(a) of title 49, United States BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS Code, to improve the dispute resolution the Census, it is vital that our Nation’s By Ms. SNOWE: process at the Federal Aviation Admin- children get the help they need to suc- S. 3655. A bill to amend the Internal istration, and for other purposes. ceed. Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from With middle-class families feeling S. 3505 an employee’s gross income any em- the squeeze from every angle, our legis- At the request of Mrs. LINCOLN, the ployer-provided supplemental instruc- lation would provide essential relief for name of the Senator from Minnesota tional services assistance, and for those parents seeking to ensure that (Mr. COLEMAN) was added as a cospon- other purposes; to the Committee on their children have the best edu- sor of S. 3505, a bill to amend title Finance. cational experience possible. I urge my XVIII of the Social Security Act to Ms. SNOWE. Mr. President, today I colleagues to consider the dramatic ad- provide for the coverage of home infu- rise to introduce legislation to increase vantage our children will gain from sion therapy under the Medicare Pro- access for our Nation’s children to af- this crucial bill, and look forward to gram. fordable, quality tutoring. The Afford- its passage in a timely manner. S. 3539 able Tutoring for Our Children Act Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- At the request of Ms. COLLINS, the would enable middle-class families to sent that the text of the bill be printed name of the Senator from Wyoming purchase supplemental instructional in the RECORD. (Mr. BARRASSO) was added as a cospon- services on a pre-tax basis, ensuring There being no objection, the text of sor of S. 3539, a bill to require the Sec- greater utilization of critical edu- the bill was ordered to be printed in retary of the Treasury to mint coins in cational tools. the RECORD, as follows:

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00065 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.002 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 23458 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 September 30, 2008 S. 3655 (3) Section 6051(a)(9) of such Code is amend- work and the Network’s volunteers and do- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- ed by inserting ‘‘and supplemental instruc- nors for honoring the Nation’s World War II resentatives of the United States of America in tional services assistance’’ after ‘‘dependent veterans with an opportunity to visit the Congress assembled, care assistance’’ both places it appears. World War II Memorial in Washington, Dis- LERICAL MENDMENTS SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. (e) C A .— trict of Columbia. (1) The heading for section 129 of the Inter- This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Affordable f Tutoring of Our Children Act’’. nal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by in- serting ‘‘AND SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUC- SEC. 2. EXCLUSION OF EMPLOYER-PROVIDED SENATE RESOLUTION 696—DESIG- TIONAL SERVICES ASSISTANCE’’ after ‘‘AS- SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTIONAL NATING SEPTEMBER 2008 AS SERVICES ASSISTANCE. SISTANCE’’. (2) The item relating to section 129 in the ‘‘NATIONAL YOUTH COURT (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 129 of the Inter- MONTH’’ nal Revenue Code of 1986 (relating to depend- table of sections for part III of subchapter B ent care assistance programs) is amended— of chapter 1 of such Code is amended by in- Mr. STEVENS (for himself and Ms. (1) by inserting ‘‘and supplemental instruc- serting ‘‘and supplemental instructional MURKOWSKI) submitted the following tional services assistance’’ after ‘‘dependent services assistance’’ after ‘‘assistance’’. resolution; which was considered and (f) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments care assistance’’ each place it appears (ex- agreed to: cept in subsections (d)(4) and (e)(1) thereof), made by this section shall apply to taxable S. RES. 696 and years beginning after December 31, 2008. (2) by inserting ‘‘and supplemental instruc- f Whereas a strong country begins with strong communities in which all citizens tional services’’ after ‘‘dependent care serv- SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS ices’’ both places it appears in subsection play an active role and invest in the success (a)(2). and future of the youth of the United States; Whereas the seventh National Youth Court (b) SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES SENATE RESOLUTION 695—COM- ASSISTANCE.—Section 129(e) of the Internal Month celebrates the outstanding achieve- Revenue Code of 1986 (relating to definitions MENDING THE HONOR FLIGHT ment of youth courts throughout the coun- and services) is amended by redesignating NETWORK AND ITS VOLUNTEERS try; paragraphs (2) through (9) as paragraphs (3) AND DONORS FOR MAKING IT Whereas 1,255 youth court programs in 49 through (10), respectively, and by inserting POSSIBLE FOR WORLD WAR II States and the District of Columbia provide after paragraph (1) the following new para- VETERANS TO TRAVEL TO THE restorative justice for juvenile offenders, re- graph: NATION’S CAPITAL TO VISIT THE sulting in effective crime prevention, early ‘‘(2) SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTIONAL SERV- WORLD WAR II MEMORIAL CRE- intervention, and education for all youth participants, as well as enhanced public safe- ICES ASSISTANCE.— ATED IN THEIR HONOR. ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘supplemental ty throughout the United States; instructional services assistance’ means the Mrs. DOLE (for herself, Mr. BROWN) Whereas, by holding juvenile offenders ac- payment of, or provision of, supplemental in- Mr. VOINOVICH, Mr. BURR, Mr. STEVENS, countable, reconciling victims, communities, structional services to an employee’s de- Mr. VITTER, Mr. ROBERTS, and Mr. juvenile offenders, and their families, and re- ducing caseloads for the juvenile justice sys- pendent (as defined in subsection (a)(1) of MCCONNELL) submitted the following tem, youth courts address offenses that section 152, determined without regard to resolution; which was considered and subsection (c)(1)(C) thereof) who— might otherwise go unaddressed until the of- ‘‘(i) has attained the age of 5 but not the agreed to: fending behavior escalates and redirect the age of 19 as of the close of the calendar year S. RES. 695 efforts of juvenile offenders toward becoming in which the taxable year of the employee Whereas, in 2004, nearly 60 years after contributing members of their communities; begins, and World War II ended, veterans of that war and Whereas Federal, State, and local govern- ‘‘(ii) has not obtained a high school di- all those who supported the war effort at ments, corporations, foundations, service or- ploma or been awarded a general education home received recognition for their service, ganizations, educational institutions, juve- degree. sacrifice, and victory by the dedication of nile justice agencies, and individual adults ‘‘(B) SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTIONAL SERV- the national World War II Memorial located support youth courts because youth court ICES.—The term ‘supplemental instructional on the National Mall in Washington, District programs actively promote and contribute to services’ means instructional or other aca- of Columbia; building successful, productive lives and fu- demic enrichment services which are— Whereas many veterans of World War II tures for the youth of the United States; ‘‘(i) in addition to instruction provided who fought with courage and valor for the Whereas a fundamental correlation exists during the school day, United States are now in their 80s and 90s, between youth service and lifelong adult ‘‘(ii) specifically designed to increase the and have not had the opportunity, or the commitment to, and involvement in, one’s academic achievement of such dependent, ability because of physical or financial limi- community; ‘‘(iii) in the core academic studies of tations, to visit the Nation’s capital to see Whereas volunteer service and related English, reading or language arts, mathe- the World War II Memorial for themselves; service learning opportunities enable young matics, science, foreign languages, civics and Whereas Jeff Miller of North Carolina and people to build character and develop and en- government, economics, arts, social studies, Earl Morse of Ohio created the Honor Flight hance life-skills, such as responsibility, deci- and geography, and Network to enable World War II veterans to sion-making, time management, teamwork, ‘‘(iv) provided by a State certified instruc- travel to the Memorial; public speaking, and leadership, which pro- tor or accredited organization.’’. Whereas the Honor Flight Network, now spective employers will value; and (c) NO EXCLUSION FOR SUPPLEMENTAL IN- operating in communities in more than 30 Whereas participating in youth court pro- STRUCTIONAL SERVICES ASSISTANCE PROVIDED States, is a grassroots, nonprofit organiza- grams encourages youth court members to TO HIGHLY COMPENSATED EMPLOYEES.—Sec- tion that uses commercial and chartered become valuable members of their commu- tion 129(a)(2)(A) of the Internal Revenue flights to send veterans on all-expenses paid nities: Now, therefore, be it Code of 1986 (relating to limitation of exclu- trips to Washington, District of Columbia; Resolved, That the Senate designates Sep- sion) is amended by inserting ‘‘, except that Whereas the Honor Flights, as those trips tember 2008 as ‘‘National Youth Court no amount may be excluded under paragraph are called, are staffed by volunteers and Month’’. (1) for supplemental instructional services funded by donations; f paid or incurred by an employee who is a Whereas former Senator Bob Dole, himself highly compensated employee (within the a wounded veteran of World War II, led the SENATE RESOLUTION 697—SUP- meaning of section 414(q))’’ after ‘‘indi- fundraising campaign to build the Memorial PORTING THE GOALS AND vidual)’’. and often greets veterans arriving at the Me- IDEALS OF NATIONAL CYBER SE- (d) CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.— morial through the Honor Flight Network; CURITY AWARENESS MONTH (1) Section 21(b)(2)(A) of the Internal Rev- Whereas, of the 16,000,000 veterans who enue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at served in World War II, an estimated 2,500,000 AND RAISING AWARENESS AND the end the following new sentence: ‘‘Such are alive today, and those veterans are dying ENHANCING THE STATE OF COM- term shall not include any amount paid for at a rate of more than 900 a day; and PUTER SECURITY IN THE supplemental instructional services (as de- Whereas the Honor Flight Network is UNITED STATES fined in section 129(e)(2)(B)).’’ working against time to thank the Nation’s Mr. ROCKEFELLER (for himself and (2) The second sentence of section 21(c) of World War II veterans for their service: Now, such Code is amended by inserting ‘‘of de- therefore, be it Mr. BENNETT) submitted the following pendent care assistance’’ after ‘‘aggregate Resolved, That the Senate expresses deep- resolution; which was considered and amount’’. est appreciation to the Honor Flight Net- agreed to:

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RES. 697 been lost, stolen, or breached, threatening especially during the transition from a Whereas the use of the Internet in the the security and financial well-being of legal structure based on older tech- United States, to communicate, conduct United States citizens; nologies to a legal structure designed business, or generate commerce that benefits Whereas consumers face significant finan- for the Internet age. the overall United States economy, is ubiq- cial and personal privacy losses due to per- sonally identifiable information being more We must also think about the best uitous; way to communicate our national Whereas more than 216,000,000 people use exposed to theft and fraud than ever before; the Internet in the United States, 70 percent Whereas national organizations, policy- cyber security policy to the public. of whom connect through broadband connec- makers, government agencies, private sector Though some elements of the threat tions, to communicate with family and companies, nonprofit institutions, schools, and our response must be kept classi- friends, manage finances and pay bills, ac- academic organizations, consumers, and the fied, the public needs to understand the cess educational opportunities, shop at media recognize the need to increase aware- general nature of the threat we face, home, participate in online entertainment ness of computer security and the need for the Government’s responsibility to se- enhanced computer security in the United and games, and stay informed of news and cure the internet, and how Government current events; States; Whereas the nearly 27,000,000 United States Whereas the National Strategy to Secure involvement will affect U.S. persons small businesses, which represent more than Cyberspace, published in February 2003, rec- and privacy. 99 percent of all United States employers and ommends a comprehensive national aware- Fortunately, I am happy to report an employ more than 50 percent of the private ness program to empower all people in the increasing level of interest and debate workforce, increasingly rely on the Internet United States, including businesses, the gen- on Capitol Hill and around the country. to manage their businesses, expand their eral workforce, and the general population, Here in Washington, in the past year, customer reach, and enhance the manage- to secure their own parts of cyberspace; and the Senate Intelligence Committee has ment of their supply chain; Whereas the Department of Homeland Se- Whereas nearly 100 percent of public curity, in conjunction with the National held two hearings and many Member schools in the United States have Internet Cyber Security Alliance and the Multi-State briefings, setup a working group with access to enhance children’s education, with Information Sharing and Analysis Center, seven staff, sponsored two Technical a significant percentage of instructional has designated October 2008 as the fifth an- Advisory Group studies, and worked rooms connected to the Internet to enhance nual National Cyber Security Awareness with other congressional committees children’s education by providing access to Month which serves to educate the people of in a bipartisan manner on cyber issues. educational online content and encouraging the United States about the importance of Back home in West Virginia, at our self-initiative to discover research resources; computer security: Now, therefore, be it State Homeland Security Summit, we Whereas almost 9 in 10 teenagers between Resolved, That the Senate— held a productive session focused on the ages of 12 and 17, or approximately 87 (1) supports the goals and ideals of Na- percent of that age group, use the Internet; tional Cyber Security Awareness Month; cyber security for State and local lead- Whereas the number of children who con- (2) congratulates the National Cyber Secu- ers. I have taken on this issue as a pri- nect to the Internet at school continues to rity Division of the Department of Homeland ority of increasing importance, but rise, and teaching children of all ages to be- Security, the National Cyber Security Alli- much work remains to be done. I en- come good cyber-citizens through safe, se- ance, the Multi-State Information Sharing courage everyone to help me raise cure, and ethical online behaviors and prac- and Analysis Center, and other organizations awareness and develop effective chan- tices is essential to protect their computer working to improve cyber security in the nels of communication on this issue. systems and potentially their physical safe- United States on the fifth anniversary of the One of the ways we can raise aware- ty; National Cyber Security Month during Octo- Whereas the growth and popularity of so- ber 2008; and ness is by supporting National Cyber cial networking websites has attracted mil- (3) continues to work with Federal agen- Security Awareness Month, coming up lions of teenagers, providing access to a cies, national organizations, businesses, and in October. Each year, the National range of valuable services, making it all the educational institutions to encourage the de- Cyber Security Division of the Depart- more important to teach teenaged users how velopment and implementation of voluntary ment of Homeland Security joins with to avoid potential threats like cyber bullies, standards, practices, and technologies in the National Cyber Security Alliance, predators, and identity thieves they may order to enhance the state of computer secu- the Multi-State Information Sharing come across while using such services; rity in the United States. and Analysis Center, and other organi- Whereas cyber security is a critical part of Mr. ROCKEFELLER. Mr. President, zations working to improve cyber secu- the United States overall homeland security; today I am pleased to submit, along Whereas the United States critical infra- rity in the U.S. to support National structures and economy rely on the secure with Senator BENNETT, a resolution Cyber Security Awareness Month. and reliable operation of information net- supporting National Cyber Security The goal is to educate and empower works to support the United States financial Awareness Month. Internet users to take simple steps to services, energy, telecommunications, trans- The connectivity provided by the safeguard themselves from the latest portation, health care, and emergency re- Internet has profoundly changed al- online threats and respond to cyber sponse systems; most every aspect of our lives, but it crime; and to bring Federal agencies, Whereas cyber attacks have been at- has also given rise to what I view as national organizations, businesses, and tempted against the United States and the the next great threat to our national economy of the United States, and the mis- educational institutions together to sion of the Department of Homeland Secu- security and our economic security, encourage development and implemen- rity includes securing the homeland against the danger of cyber attack, cyber espi- tation of cyber security best practices. cyber terrorism and other attacks; onage, and cyber crime. I thank my distinguished colleague, Whereas Internet users and information in- At the policy level, responding to Senator BENNETT, for cosponsoring this frastructure owners and operators face an in- this threat requires the development of resolution and for his leadership on creasing threat of malicious crime and fraud advanced technologies combined with this issue. I look forward to working attacks through viruses, worms, Trojans, creative new Government policies. with Senator BENNETT and other mem- and unwanted programs such as spyware, Above all, we need to focus on improv- adware, hacking tools, and password steal- bers of Congress to improve our cyber ers, that are frequent and fast in propaga- ing the cyber security of the Federal security in the future. tion, are costly to repair, and may disable Government and the critical infra- f entire systems; structure, including our electric power Whereas coordination between the numer- grid, communications, banking, and SENATE RESOLUTION 698—DESIG- ous Federal agencies involved in cyber secu- transportation systems. These are all NATING OCTOBER 17, 2008, AS rity efforts, including the Department of critical to our way of life and we must ‘‘NATIONAL MAMMOGRAPHY Homeland Security, the National Institute of work together to ensure they are se- DAY’’ Standards and Technology, and the National cure. Mr. REID (for Mr. BIDEN (for himself, Science Foundation, is essential to securing the cyber infrastructure of the United Of course, whatever we do to monitor Mr. GRASSLEY, Mr. CASEY, Mrs. DOLE, States; and thwart bad actors on the Internet, Mr. LEAHY, Mrs. BOXER, Mr. INHOFE, Whereas millions of records containing we must be careful to preserve the pri- Mr. WHITEHOUSE, Mr. JOHNSON, Mr. personally identifiable information have vacy and civil liberties of U.S. persons, WYDEN, and Mr. BAYH)) submitted the

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To those who are fearful, I 40,480 women will die from that disease; the death rate increased by 0.4 percent; would say that if you get periodic rou- Whereas it is estimated that about 2,000,000 between 1990–2004, the death rate de- tine mammograms, and the latest one women were diagnosed with breast cancer in creased by 2.2 percent annually. indicates a possible cancer, even before the 1990s, and that in nearly 500,000 of those This decline in the breast cancer any symptoms or before detection of a cases the cancer resulted in death; mortality rate has been attributed to lump through a self-exam, you have Whereas approximately 3,000,000 women in the United States are living with breast can- improvements in breast cancer treat- great reason to be optimistic. Such cer, about 2,300,000 have been diagnosed with ment, as well as early detection from early detected breast cancers are high- the disease, and an estimated 1,000,000 do not mammograms and other screening ly treatable. yet know they have the disease; methods. New digital techniques make Then there is forgetfulness. I under- Whereas African-American women suffer a the process of mammography more stand how difficult it is to remember to 36 percent greater mortality rate from breast rapid and precise than before. In addi- schedule an annual appointment. This cancer than White women and more than a tion, early detection of breast cancer is where National Mammography Day 100 percent greater mortality rate from continues to result in extremely favor- comes in. On that day, let’s make sure breast cancer than women from Hispanic, able outcomes: 98 percent of women that each woman we know picks a spe- Asian, and American Indian populations; cific date on which to get a mammo- Whereas the risk of breast cancer increases with localized breast cancer and 84 per- with age, with a woman at age 70 having cent of those with regional disease will gram each year, a date that she won’t twice as much of a chance of developing the survive 5 years or longer. Government forget: a child’s birthday, an anniver- disease as a woman at age 50; programs will provide free mammo- sary, perhaps even the day her taxes Whereas at least 90 percent of the women grams to those who can’t afford them, are due. On National Mammography who get breast cancer have no family history as well as Medicaid eligibility for Day, let’s ask our loved ones: pick one of the disease; treatment if breast cancer is diag- of these dates, fix it in your mind along Whereas mammograms, when operated nosed. Information about treatment of with a picture of your child, your wed- professionally at a certified facility, can pro- ding, or another symbol of that date, vide safe screening and early detection of breast cancer with surgery, chemo- breast cancer in many women; therapy, and radiation therapy has ex- and promise yourself to get a mammo- Whereas mammography is an excellent ploded, reflecting enormous research gram on that day. Once you pick a method for early detection of localized developments with regards to this dis- date, call your health care provider and breast cancer, which has a 5-year survival ease. Thanks to the advances in re- make the appointment. If you have ac- rate of 98 percent; search, screening, and treatment, a di- cess to the internet, go to the Amer- Whereas the National Cancer Institute and agnosis of breast cancer is not a death ican Cancer Society’s website and sign the American Cancer Society continue to up for the mammogram reminder serv- recommend periodic mammograms; and sentence, all of us encounter long-term survivors of this disease almost daily, ice they’ll send you an e-mail to re- Whereas the National Breast Cancer Coali- mind you about the date you picked. tion recommends that each woman and her whether we realize it or not. health care provider make an individual de- Recently, there has been discussion Do it for yourself and your loved ones cision about mammography: Now, therefore, among scientists regarding the best who want you to be part of their lives be it and most appropriate screening tool for for as long as possible. Resolved, That the Senate— breast cancer, traditional mammog- Mr. President, I urge my colleagues (1) designates October 17, 2008, as ‘‘Na- raphy or more advanced technology to join me in the ongoing fight against tional Mammography Day’’; and breast cancer by supporting this reso- (2) encourages the people of the United like magnetic resonance imaging, MRI. In addition, newspapers have been lution to designate October 17, 2008, as States to observe the day with appropriate ‘‘National Mammography Day.’’ programs and activities. filled with discussions over whether f Mr. BIDEN. Mr. President, today I the scientific evidence actually sup- am submitting a resolution designating ports the conclusion that periodic SENATE RESOLUTION 699—SUP- October 17, 2008, as ‘‘National Mam- screening mammography saves lives. PORTING THE WORK OF FIRE- mography Day.’’ This is the 16th For those of us who are neither physi- FIGHTERS TO EDUCATE AND straight year I have introduced such cians nor scientists in this highly tech- PROTECT THE NATION’S COMMU- legislation, and I am proud to say that nical area, we look to the experts. The NITIES, AND THE GOALS AND on each occasion the Senate has shown American Cancer Society, the National IDEALS OF FIRE PREVENTION its support for the fight against breast Cancer Institute, and the U.S. Preven- WEEK, OCTOBER 5–11, 2008, AS cancer by approving the resolution. tive Services Task Force all continue DESIGNATED BY THE NATIONAL Each year, as I prepare to introduce to recommend periodic screening mam- FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION this resolution, I review the latest in- mography. However, it is also of note, Mr. DODD (for himself, Ms. COLLINS, formation from the American Cancer that in 2007, an expert panel convened Mr. BIDEN, Mr. MCCAIN, Mr. LEAHY, and Society about breast cancer. For 2008, by the American Cancer Society re- Mr. OBAMA) submitted the following it is estimated that nearly 182,460 leased new recommendations for the resolution; which was considered and women will be diagnosed with invasive use of MRIs for women at increased agreed to: breast cancer and 40,480 women will die risk. The Society recommended annual S. RES. 699 screening, including an MRI in addi- of this disease. Whereas firefighters have maintained their The first several times I introduced tion to mammography for high risk dedication to the health and safety of the this resolution, I commented on how women, lifetime risk of greater than 20 American public since the first American gloomy the statistics surrounding percent, of developing the disease. fire departments were organized in the colo- breast cancer were. While we still must Women with moderately increased risk nial era; address the unfortunate trend of a of developing the disease, lifetime risk Whereas more than 1,140,000 firefighters higher mortality rate in African Amer- of 15 to 20 percent, should discuss with protect the United States through their he- ican women when compared to that of their physician the option of an MRI in roic service; White women and women from other addition to their annual mammogram. Whereas approximately 1,600,000 fires are reported annually; minority groups, there are some num- Women that do not fall into the high or Whereas 102 firefighters lost their lives in bers that give us hope in our struggle moderate risk categories have no need the line of duty in 2007; to defeat this disease. As I mentioned to supplement their mammogram with Whereas fire departments responded to last year, the trend over time is that an MRI. nearly 400,000 home fires in 2006;

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States of 3:34.33 and won the silver medal in set a world-record time of 1:53.94 and won the Whereas heating equipment and smoking the women’s 400-meter freestyle relay event; gold medal in the men’s 200-meter back- are the leading causes of civilian home fire Whereas, on August 10, 2008, Larsen Jensen stroke event, and Aaron Peirsol won the sil- deaths; of Bakersfield, California, set a record time ver medal in the same event; Whereas children under 5 and older adults for athletes from the United States of 3:42.78 Whereas, on August 15, 2008, Rebecca Soni face the highest risk of home fire death, but and won the bronze medal in the men’s 400- set a world-record time of 2:20.22 and won the young adults face a higher risk of home fire meter freestyle event; gold medal in the women’s 200-meter breast- injury; Whereas, on August 11, 2008, Michael stroke event; Whereas electrical distribution and light- Phelps, Garrett Weber-Gale of Milwaukee, Whereas, on August 15, 2008, Natalie ing equipment were involved in an estimated Wisconsin, Cullen Jones of Irvington, New Coughlin tied the record time for athletes 20,900 reported home fires in 2005; Jersey, and Jason Lezak of Irvine, Cali- from the United States of 53.39, which she Whereas home fires in 2005 resulted in 500 fornia, set a world-record time of 3:08.24 and herself set, and won the bronze medal in the civilian deaths and 1,100 injuries, with an es- won the gold medal in the men’s 400-meter women’s 100-meter freestyle event; timated $862,000,000 in direct property dam- freestyle relay event, with anchor Jason Whereas, on August 16, 2008, Michael age per year; Lezak coming from behind to edge the team Phelps set an Olympic-record time of 50.58 Whereas working smoke alarms cut the from France by 8⁄100 of a second in 1 of the and won the gold medal in the men’s 100- risk of dying in reported home structure most dramatic finishes in Olympic swim- meter butterfly event, tying 1972 Olympian fires in half; ming history; Mark Spitz for the most gold medals, 7, won Whereas 65 percent of reported home fire Whereas, on August 11, 2008, Katie Hoff by an individual in a single Olympic Games; deaths in 2000 through 2004 resulted from won the silver medal in the women’s 400- Whereas, on August 16, 2008, Margaret fires in homes with no smoke alarms or no meter freestyle event; Hoelzer won the silver medal in the women’s working smoke alarms; Whereas, on August 11, 2008, Christine Mag- 200-meter backstroke event; Whereas Fire Prevention Week is the long- nuson of Tinley Park, Illinois, won the silver Whereas, on August 17, 2008, Brendan Han- est running public health and safety observ- medal in the women’s 100-meter butterfly sen of Havertown, Pennsylvania, Aaron ance on record; event; Peirsol, Michael Phelps, and Jason Lezak set Whereas we have honored firefighters for Whereas, on August 12, 2008, Michael a world-record time of 3:29.34 and won the educating the American public since Presi- Phelps set a world-record time of 1:42.96 and gold medal in the men’s 400-meter medley dent Harding declared the first Fire Preven- won the gold medal in the men’s 200-meter relay event; tion Week in 1922; freestyle event, and Peter Vanderkaay of Whereas, on August 17, 2008, Dara Torres Rochester, Michigan, won the bronze medal Whereas the National Fire Protection As- set a record time for athletes from the in the same event; sociation has designated the week of October United States of 24.07 and won the silver Whereas, on August 12, 2008, Natalie 5–11, 2008, as Fire Prevention Week; and medal in the women’s 50-meter freestyle Coughlin set a record time for athletes from Whereas educating Americans on methods event; the United States of 58.96 and won the gold to prevent home fires continues to be a pri- Whereas Dara Torres then teamed with medal in the women’s 100-meter backstroke ority for all firefighters: Now, therefore, be Natalie Coughlin, Rebecca Soni, and Chris- event, and Margaret Hoelzer of Huntsville, it tine Magnuson to set a record time for ath- Resolved, That the Senate— Alabama, won the bronze medal in the same letes from the United States of 3:53.30 and (1) supports the work of firefighters to edu- event; won the silver medal in the women’s 400- cate and protect the Nation’s communities; Whereas, on August 12, 2008, Aaron Peirsol meter medley relay event; and of Irvine, California, set a world-record time Whereas Caroline Burckle, Larsen Jensen, (2) supports the goals and ideals of Fire of 52.54 and won the gold medal in the men’s and Allison Schmitt each won 1 bronze Prevention Week, October 5-11, 2008, as des- 100-meter backstroke event, and Matt medal; ignated by the National Fire Protection As- Grevers of Lake Forest, Illinois, won the sil- Whereas Matt Grevers, Kara Lynn Joyce, sociation. ver medal in the same event; Whereas, on August 12, 2008, Rebecca Soni and Lacey Nymeyer each won 1 silver medal; f of Plainsboro, New Jersey, won the silver Whereas Ricky Berens, Brendan Hansen, SENATE RESOLUTION 700—CON- medal in the women’s 100-meter breaststroke Cullen Jones, and Garrett Weber-Gale each GRATULATING MICHAEL PHELPS event; won 1 gold medal; Whereas, on August 13, 2008, Michael Whereas Margaret Hoelzer won 1 silver AND THE MEMBERS AND COACH- medal and 1 bronze medal; ES OF THE UNITED STATES Phelps set a world-record time of 1:52:03 and won the gold medal in the men’s 200-meter Whereas Christine Magnuson won 2 silver OLYMPIC SWIMMING TEAM FOR butterfly event, edging Laszlo Cseh of Hun- medals; THEIR RECORD-BREAKING PER- gary by the width of a fingernail; Whereas Peter Vanderkaay won 1 gold FORMANCE AT THE 2008 SUMMER Whereas Michael Phelps then teamed with medal and 1 bronze medal; OLYMPIC GAMES IN BEIJING, Ricky Berens of Charlotte, North Carolina, Whereas Katie Hoff won 1 silver medal and CHINA Ryan Lochte, and Peter Vanderkaay, to set a 2 bronze medals; world-record time of 6:58.56 and win the gold Whereas Jason Lezak won 2 gold medals Mr. CARDIN (for himself, Ms. MIKUL- medal in the men’s 800-meter freestyle relay and 1 bronze medal; SKI, Mr. LEVIN, Ms. STABENOW, Mr. event, beating the team from Russia by more Whereas Aaron Peirsol won 2 gold medals MARTINEZ, Mr. DURBIN, Mrs. DOLE, Mr. than 5 seconds and winning the tenth and and 1 silver medal; MENENDEZ, Mrs. FEINSTEIN, Mr. SHEL- 11th gold medals of Michael Phelps’s career, Whereas Rebecca Soni won 1 gold medal BY, Mr. FEINGOLD, Mr. BUNNING, Mr. more than any other athlete in history; and 2 silver medals; NELSON of Florida, Mr. BURR, Mrs. Whereas, on August 13, 2008, Natalie Whereas Ryan Lochte won 2 gold medals BOXER, and Mr. LAUTENBERG) sub- Coughlin won the bronze medal in the wom- and 2 bronze medals; mitted the following resolution; which en’s 200-meter individual medley event; Whereas Dara Torres— (1) is the first swimmer from the United was considered and agreed to: Whereas, on August 13, 2008, Katie Hoff set a record time for athletes from the United States to compete in 5 Olympic Games, rep- S. RES. 700 States of 1:55.78 and finished fourth in the resenting the United States in the Summer Whereas, on August 10, 2008, Michael women’s 200-meter freestyle event; Olympic Games of 1984, 1988, 1992, 2000, and Phelps of Baltimore, Maryland, set a world- Whereas, on August 14, 2008, Allison 2008; record time of 4:03.84 and won the gold medal Schmitt of Canton, Michigan, Caroline (2) won 5 medals at the 2000 Summer Olym- in the men’s 400-meter individual medley Burckle of Louisville, Kentucky, Natalie pic Games in Sydney, Australia, as the old- event, and Ryan Lochte of Daytona Beach, Coughlin, and Katie Hoff set a record time est member of the women’s swimming team Florida, won the bronze medal in the same for athletes from the United States of 7:46.33 at the age of 33; event; and won the bronze medal in the women’s (3) at the age of 41 is the oldest member of Whereas, on August 10, 2008, Katie Hoff of 800-meter freestyle relay event; the women’s team by 15 years; Towson, Maryland, won the bronze medal in Whereas, on August 14, 2008, Jason Lezak (4) won the silver medal in all 3 events in the women’s 400-meter individual medley tied Cesar Cielo of Brazil for the bronze which she competed in the 2008 Summer event; medal in the men’s 100-meter freestyle event; Olympic Games;

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00069 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.002 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 23462 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 September 30, 2008 (5) has won 12 Olympic medals, including 4 ACCREDITATION OF ENGLISH Secretary of Education within 1 year after gold medals, 4 silver medals, and 4 bronze LANGUAGE TRAINING PROGRAMS the date of the enactment of this Act; and medals, over the course of her career; (ii) comply with the applicable accrediting Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask requirements of such agency. (6) has won at least 1 medal in each of the unanimous consent that the Senate f 5 Olympic Games in which she has competed, proceed to the immediate consider- making her 1 of only a handful of Olympians ation of S. 3658, which was introduced KIDS ACT OF 2008 to earn medals in 5 different Olympic Games; earlier today. Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask Whereas Natalie Coughlin won 1 gold The PRESIDING OFFICER. The unanimous consent that the Chair lay medal, 2 silver medals, and 3 bronze medals, clerk will report the bill by title. before the Senate a message from the becoming the first female athlete from the The legislative clerk read as follows: United States to win 6 medals in 1 year’s House to accompany S. 431. Olympic Games, breaking the record of 5 A bill (S. 3658) to require the accreditation There being no objection, the Pre- medals she tied in the 2004 Summer Olympic of English language training programs, and siding Officer laid before the Senate Games; for other purposes. the following message from the House Whereas Michael Phelps has trained under There being no objection, the Senate of Representatives: the expert tutelage of coach Bob Bowman for proceeded to consider the bill. Resolved, That the bill from the Senate (S. 12 years, first at the North Baltimore Aquat- Mr. SALAZAR. I ask unanimous con- 431) entitled ‘‘An Act to require convicted ic Club and more recently at the University sent that the bill be read three times sex offenders to register online identifiers, of Michigan; and passed, the motion to reconsider be and for other purposes,’’ do pass with an Whereas, during the awards ceremony for amendment to strike out all after the enact- laid on the table, with no intervening ing clause and insert: the men’s 400-meter medley relay event, the action or debate, and that any state- Fe´de´ration Internationale de Natation, the SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. international governing body of swimming, ments related to the measure be print- This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Keeping the diving, water polo, synchronized swimming, ed in the RECORD. Internet Devoid of Sexual Predators Act of and open water swimming, honored Michael The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without 2008’’ or the ‘‘KIDS Act of 2008’’. Phelps for his historic accomplishment of— objection, it is so ordered. SEC. 2. DIRECTION TO THE ATTORNEY GENERAL. (a) REQUIREMENT THAT SEX OFFENDERS PRO- (1) setting 7 world records and 1 Olympic The bill (S. 3658) was ordered to be VIDE CERTAIN INTERNET RELATED INFORMATION record; engrossed for a third reading, read the third time, and passed, as follows: TO SEX OFFENDER REGISTRIES.—The Attorney (2) winning 8 gold medals, the most ever by General, using the authority provided in section S. 3658 an individual athlete in a single Olympic 114(a)(7) of the Sex Offender Registration and Games; and Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- Notification Act, shall require that each sex of- resentatives of the United States of America in fender provide to the sex offender registry those (3) winning 14 gold medals over the course Congress assembled, Internet identifiers the sex offender uses or will of his Olympic career, another record for an SECTION 1. ACCREDITATION OF ENGLISH LAN- use of any type that the Attorney General deter- individual athlete at the Olympic Games; GUAGE TRAINING PROGRAMS. mines to be appropriate under that Act. These Whereas Michael Phelps’s Olympic per- (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 101(a) of the Im- records of Internet identifiers shall be subject to formance places him in the pantheon of the migration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. the Privacy Act (5 U.S.C. 552a) to the same ex- greatest athletes of all time; and 1101(a)) is amended— tent as the other records in the National Sex Of- Whereas the United States Olympic Swim- (1) in paragraph (15)(F)(i), by striking ‘‘a fender Registry. ming Team collectively won 31 medals, in- language’’ and inserting ‘‘an accredited lan- (b) TIMELINESS OF REPORTING OF INFORMA- cluding 12 gold medals, 9 silver medals, and guage’’; and TION.—The Attorney General, using the author- 10 bronze medals: Now, therefore, be it (2) by adding at the end the following: ity provided in section 112(b) of the Sex Of- ‘‘(52) The term ‘accredited language train- Resolved, That the Senate — fender Registration and Notification Act, shall ing program’ means a language training pro- (1) congratulates Michael Phelps, Natalie specify the time and manner for keeping current gram that is accredited by an accrediting information required to be provided under this Coughlin, Ryan Lochte, Dara Torres, Katie agency recognized by the Secretary of Edu- section. Hoff, Jason Lezak, Aaron Peirsol, Rebecca cation.’’. (c) NONDISCLOSURE TO GENERAL PUBLIC.—The Soni, and the other members of the United (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.— Attorney General, using the authority provided States Olympic Swimming Team for their (1) IN GENERAL.—Except as provided in in section 118(b)(4) of the Sex Offender Registra- record-breaking performances and commends paragraph (2), the amendments made by sub- tion and Notification Act, shall exempt from dis- them for their dedication, courage, and section (a) shall— closure all information provided by a sex of- sportsmanship, and for the exemplary way in (A) take effect on the date that is 180 days fender under subsection (a). which they represented the United States of after the date of the enactment of this Act; (d) NOTICE TO SEX OFFENDERS OF NEW RE- America while competing in Beijing, China; and QUIREMENTS.—The Attorney General shall en- (2) congratulates and commends for their (B) apply with respect to applications for a sure that procedures are in place to notify each devotion, professionalism, and tireless advo- nonimmigrant visa under section sex offender of changes in requirements that cacy on behalf of the team and the sport of 101(a)(15)(F)(i) of the Immigration and Na- apply to that sex offender as a result of the im- swimming generally— tionality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(15)(F)(i)) that plementation of this section. (A) National Team Head Coach Mark Schu- are filed on or after the effective date de- (e) DEFINITIONS.— bert; scribed in subparagraph (A). (1) OF ‘‘SOCIAL NETWORKING WEBSITE’’.—As (B) Head Men’s Coach Eddie Reese; (2) TEMPORARY EXCEPTION.— used in this Act, the term ‘‘social networking (C) Head Women’s Coach Jack Bauerle; (A) IN GENERAL.—Notwithstanding section website’’— (D) Assistant Coaches Bob Bowman, Gregg 101(a)(15)(F)(i) of the Immigration and Na- (A) means an Internet website— (i) that allows users, through the creation of Troy, Frank Busch, Teri McKeever, Paul tionality Act, as amended by subsection (a), web pages or profiles or by other means, to pro- Yetter, and Sean Hutchison; during the 3-year period beginning on the vide information about themselves that is avail- (E) Men’s and Women’s Open Water Head date of the enactment of this Act, an alien Coaches John Dussliere and Bill Rose; able to the public or to other users; and seeking to enter the United States to pursue (ii) that offers a mechanism for communica- (F) Open Water Chief of Mission Paul a course of study at a language training pro- Asmuth; and tion with other users where such users are likely gram that has been certified by the Sec- to include a substantial number of minors; and (G) the staff of the United States Olympic retary of Homeland Security and has not (iii) whose primary purpose is to facilitate on- Swimming Team; and been accredited or denied accreditation by line social interactions; and (3) requests the Secretary of the Senate to an entity described in section 101(a)(52) of (B) includes any contractors or agents used by transmit enrolled copies of this resolution such Act may be granted a nonimmigrant the website to act on behalf of the website in to— visa under such section 101(a)(15)(F)(i). carrying out the purposes of this Act. (A) the United States Olympic Swimming (B) ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT.—An alien (2) OF ‘‘INTERNET IDENTIFIERS’’.—As used in Team at the national headquarters of USA may not be granted a nonimmigrant visa this Act, the term ‘‘Internet identifiers’’ means Swimming in Colorado Springs, Colorado; under subparagraph (A) if the sponsoring in- electronic mail addresses and other designations and stitution of the language training program used for self-identification or routing in Internet (B) Michael Phelps and the North Balti- to which the alien seeks to enroll does not— communication or posting. more Aquatic Club in Baltimore, Maryland, (i) submit an application for the accredita- (3) OTHER TERMS.—A term defined for the pur- in honor of Michael Phelps’s singular, his- tion of such program to a regional or na- poses of the Sex Offender Registration and Noti- toric, and inspirational achievement. tional accrediting agency recognized by the fication Act has the same meaning in this Act.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00070 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 6333 E:\BR08\S30SE8.002 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD September 30, 2008 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 23463 SEC. 3. CHECKING SYSTEM FOR SOCIAL NET- (A) NO PUBLIC RELEASE.—Neither the Attor- duced S. 431, the Keeping the Internet WORKING WEBSITES. ney General nor a social networking website ap- Devoid of Sexual Predators, or KIDS, (a) IN GENERAL.— proved to use the system may release to the pub- Act. (1) SECURE SYSTEM FOR COMPARISONS.—The lic any list of the Internet identifiers of sex of- Attorney General shall establish and maintain a fenders contained in the system. The increasing popularity of social secure system that permits social networking (B) ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS.—The Attorney networking Web sites and their ready websites to compare the information contained General shall limit the release of information ob- availability to children has made these in the National Sex Offender Registry with the tained through the use of the system established sites potential hotbeds for sexual pred- Internet identifiers of users of the social net- under subsection (a) by social networking ators, who can easily camouflage them- working websites, and view only those Internet websites approved to use such system. selves amidst the throng of users on identifiers that match. The system— (C) STRICT ADHERENCE TO LIMITATION.—The these sites, while furtively pursuing (A) shall not require or permit any social net- use of the system established under subsection working website to transmit Internet identifiers (a) by a social networking website shall be con- their own despicable designs. In the of its users to the operator of the system, and ditioned on the website’s agreement to observe 21st century, just as we protect chil- (B) shall use secure procedures that preserve the limitations required under this paragraph. dren in our physical neighborhoods, we the secrecy of the information made available by (D) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—This subsection must protect them in our online com- the Attorney General, including protection shall not be construed to limit the authority of munities as well. The KIDS Act, S. 431, measures that render the Internet identifiers the Attorney General under any other provision is a bipartisan bill that does just that. and other data elements indecipherable. of law to conduct or to allow searches or checks The KIDS Act requires convicted sex (2) PROVISION OF INFORMATION RELATING TO against sex offender registration information. IDENTITY.—Upon receiving a matched Internet (4) PAYMENT OF FEE.—A social networking offenders to register their e-mail ad- identifier, the social networking website may website approved to use the system shall pay dresses, instant message names, and all make a request of the Attorney General for, and any fee established by the Attorney General for other Internet identifiers with the Na- the Attorney General shall provide promptly, in- use of the system. tional Sex Offender Registry. The De- formation related to the identity of the indi- (5) LIMITATION ON LIABILITY.— partment of Justice, DOJ, would then vidual that has registered the matched Internet (A) IN GENERAL.—A civil claim against a so- identifier. This information is limited to the make this information, on a qualified cial networking website, including any director, basis, available to social networking name, sex, resident address, photograph, and officer, employee, parent, contractor, or agent of physical description. that social networking website, arising from the sites to compare the catalogued identi- (b) QUALIFICATION FOR USE OF SYSTEM.—A use by such website of the National Sex Of- fiers with those of their users. And it social networking website seeking to use the sys- fender Registry, may not be brought in any Fed- will do so in a way that carefully pre- tem shall submit an application to the Attorney eral or State court. serves the privacy of the users of any General which provides— (B) INTENTIONAL, RECKLESS, OR OTHER MIS- such Web site. (1) the name and legal status of the website; CONDUCT.—Subparagraph (A) does not apply to (2) the contact information for the website; The Sex Offender Registration and a claim if the social networking website, or a di- (3) a description of the nature and operations Notification Act, SORNA, passed as rector, officer, employee, parent, contractor, or of the website; part of the Adam Walsh Act, granted (4) a statement explaining why the website agent of that social networking website— (i) engaged in intentional misconduct; or the Attorney General the authority to seeks to use the system; require the registration of certain iden- (5) a description of policies and procedures to (ii) acted, or failed to act— ensure that— (I) with actual malice; tifying information, 42 U.S.C. 16914(a). (A) any individual who is denied access to (II) with reckless disregard to a substantial While DOJ recently exercised its au- that website on the basis of information ob- risk of causing injury without legal justifica- thority to collect ‘‘other information tained through the system is promptly notified tion; or required’’ to issue final rules con- of the basis for the denial and has the ability to (III) for a purpose unrelated to the perform- ance of any responsibility or function described cerning the collection and release of challenge the denial of access; and Internet identifiers, this legislation (B) if the social networking website finds that in paragraph (3). information is inaccurate, incomplete, or cannot (C) MINIMIZING ACCESS.—A social networking permanently mandates that certain be verified, the site immediately notifies the ap- website shall minimize the number of employees Internet identifier information be re- propriate State registry and the Department of that are provided access to the Internet identi- quired in the registration process. Justice, so that they may delete or correct that fiers for which a match has been found through The amended bill continues to ex- the system. information in the respective State and national empt Internet identifiers from public (6) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in this databases; disclosure by States or DOJ. (6) the identity and address of, and contact section shall be construed to require any Inter- information for, any contractor that will be net website, including a social networking The amended legislation requires the used by the social networking website to use the website, to use the system, and no Federal or Attorney General to ensure that there system; and State liability, or any other actionable adverse are procedures in place to notify sex of- (7) such other information or attestations as consequence, shall be imposed on such website fenders of changes in requirements. based on its decision not to do so. the Attorney General may require to ensure that The legislation clarifies the defini- the website will use the system— SEC. 4. MODIFICATION OF MINIMUM STANDARDS tion of ‘‘social networking site’’ to as- (A) to protect the safety of the users of such REQUIRED FOR ELECTRONIC MONI- website; and TORING UNITS USED IN SEXUAL OF- sure that access to Internet identifiers (B) for the limited purpose of making the FENDER MONITORING PILOT PRO- is targeted to the bill’s purpose of pro- GRAM. automated comparison described in subsection tecting children from solicitation by (a) IN GENERAL.—Subparagraph (C) of section (a). sex offenders on social networking (c) SEARCHES AGAINST THE SYSTEM.— 621(a)(1) of the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006 (42 U.S.C. 16981(a)(1)) is sites. Sites may obtain information (1) FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE SYSTEM.—A so- from DOJ only if they are focused on cial networking website approved by the Attor- amended to read as follows: ney General to use the system may conduct ‘‘(C) MINIMUM STANDARDS.—The electronic social interaction and their users in- searches under the system as frequently as the monitoring units used in the pilot program shall clude a significant number of minors. A Attorney General may allow. at a minimum— ‘‘significant number’’ of minors, of (2) AUTHORITY OF ATTORNEY GENERAL TO SUS- ‘‘(i) provide a tracking device for each of- course, clearly does not mean that the PEND USE.—The Attorney General may deny, fender that contains a central processing unit majority of users, or even a substantial suspend, or terminate use of the system by a so- with global positioning system; and ‘‘(ii) permit continuous monitoring of offend- minority, must be minors to qualify a cial networking website that— Web site to participate, nor does it (A) provides false information in its applica- ers 24 hours a day.’’. tion for use of the system; (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.— The amendment made mean any particular quantity. The in- (B) may be using or seeks to use the system for by subsection (a) shall apply to grants provided tent here is simply to permit the par- any unlawful or improper purpose; on or after the date of the enactment of this Act. ticipation of any Web site that draws (C) fails to comply with the procedures re- Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. President, I rise many minors; otherwise the law’s pur- quired under subsection (b)(5); or today to address a pressing issue that pose and effectiveness would be under- (D) uses information obtained from the system mined. in any way that is inconsistent with the pur- deserves our immediate attention: the poses of this Act. improved protection of children on the As amended, the bill further allows (3) LIMITATION ON RELEASE OF INTERNET IDEN- Internet. That is why, at the beginning social networking sites to employ con- TIFIERS.— of this Congress, I authored and intro- tractors to assist with the checking

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00071 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.002 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 23464 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 September 30, 2008 process, but intends that these con- I thank the National Center for Miss- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The tractors will be subject to the same re- ing and Exploited Children, NCMEC, clerk will report the bill by title. quirements that protect privacy inter- MySpace, Facebook, Enough is The legislative clerk read as follows: ests. Enough, RAINN, the American Family A bill (H.R. 1594) to designate the Depart- The legislation still sets out a sys- Association, the National Association ment of Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic tem for checking Internet identifiers of School Resource Officers, and the in Hermitage, Pennsylvania, as the Michael and includes more robust privacy pro- American Association of Christian A. Marzano Department of Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic. tections. Web sites may obtain a list of Schools for endorsing the KIDS Act. I offenders’ Internet identifiers from thank my colleagues for their support There being no objection, the Senate proceeded to consider the bill. DOJ but only in a protected and secure of this important bill and urge the Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask form. Only after making a match can President to sign it quickly into law. unanimous consent that the bill be the Web site view the Internet identi- Mr. SALAZAR. I ask unanimous con- fier in unprotected form and request read three times and passed, the mo- sent that the Senate concur in the tion to reconsider be laid upon the specific additional items of personal in- House amendment; the motion to re- formation about the registered sex of- table, with no intervening action or de- consider be laid upon the table, with no bate, and any statements related to the fender. Web sites will require this addi- intervening action or debate; and any tional information in order to ensure bill be printed in the RECORD. statements related to the bill be print- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without that people who are not registered of- ed in the RECORD. fenders are not wrongly blocked from objection, it is so ordered. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without The bill (H.R. 1594) was ordered to a using their Web sites. objection, it is so ordered. Moreover, as a qualification for the third reading, was read the third time, use of the checking system, social net- f and passed. working Web sites must provide the BROADBAND DATA IMPROVEMENT f Attorney General a description of poli- ACT CLARIFYING THE BOUNDARIES OF cies and procedures for protecting all Mr. SALAZAR. I ask unanimous con- COASTAL BARRIER RESOURCES shared information and policies for al- SYSTEM CLAM PASS UNIT FL–64P lowing users the ability to challenge sent that the Chair now lay before the Senate the House message to accom- Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask their denial of access. This mechanism unanimous consent that the Com- seeks to ensure a process to identify pany S. 1492. There being no objection, the Pre- mittee on EPW be discharged from fur- and remove false positives from sex of- ther consideration of H.R. 1714, and the fender registries. If a Web site dis- siding Officer laid before the Senate the following message from the House Senate proceed to its immediate con- covers incorrect information, the Web sideration. site is required to inform DOJ and the of Representatives: Resolved, That the bill from the Sen- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without State registry so that they can correct objection, it is so ordered. the information. ate (S. 1492) entitled ‘‘An Act to im- prove the quality of Federal and State The clerk will report the bill by title. There is now a new section modifying The legislative clerk read as follows: minimum standards required for elec- data regarding the availability and quality of broadband services and to A bill (H.R. 1714) to clarify the boundaries tronic monitoring units used in the of Coastal Barrier Resources System Clam sexual offender monitoring pilot pro- promote the deployment of affordable Pass Unit FL–64P. gram established under the Adam broadband services to all parts of the There being no objection, the Senate Walsh Act. DOJ agrees that this Nation,’’ do pass with amendments: proceeded to consider the bill. change is needed. This will open up Page 20, beginning on line 4 of the Senate Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask program participation to many more engrossed bill, strike ‘‘Senate Committee on unanimous consent that the bill be States and companies. Commerce, Science, and Transportation’’ read a third time and passed, the mo- The legislation no longer includes and insert: ‘‘Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate tion to reconsider be laid upon the the stand-alone criminal offense for table, and any statements related to knowing failure to register an Internet and the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives’’. the measure be printed in the RECORD. identifier. That provision was deemed Page 21, beginning on line 13 of the Senate The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without unnecessary because existing law clear- engrossed bill, strike ‘‘Assistant Secretary objection, it is so ordered. ly criminalizes the failure to register and the Senate Committee on Commerce, The bill (H.R. 1714) was ordered to a information that the Attorney General Science, and Transportation’’ and insert: third reading, was read the third time, requires convicted sex offenders to reg- ‘‘Assistant Secretary, the Committee on and passed. Commerce, Science, and Transportation of ister under SORNA. The KIDS Act, re- f lying on section 114(a)(7) of SORNA, the Senate, and the Committee on Energy specifically mandates that this re- and Commerce of the House of Representa- CODE TALKERS RECOGNITION ACT tives’’. OF 2007 quired information include Internet Page 23, line 8 of the Senate engrossed bill, identifiers. Thus, under the existing strike ‘‘TITLE II’’ and insert ‘‘Subtitle B’’. Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask SORNA framework, as enhanced by the unanimous consent that the Senate Mr. SALAZAR. I ask unanimous con- KIDS Act, failure to register Internet proceed to the immediate consider- sent that the Senate concur in the identifiers as required will be treated ation of H.R. 4544, which was received as any other registration violation House amendments, the motion to re- from the House. punishable under 18 USC § 2250(a)(3). consider be laid upon the table, and The PRESIDING OFFICER. The This bill represents a vital step to- any statements relating to the bill be clerk will report the bill by title. ward giving both law enforcement and printed in the RECORD. The legislative clerk read as follows: businesses the tools they need to pro- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without A bill (H.R. 4544) to require the issuance of tect children from online sexual preda- objection, it is so ordered. medals to recognize the dedication and valor tors and toward making the Internet a f of Native American code talkers. safer place for children to commu- There being no objection, the Senate MICHAEL A. MARZANO DEPART- nicate with their peers. proceeded to consider the bill. The use of the Internet as a commu- MENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask nications tool will continue to expand, OUTPATIENT CLINIC unanimous consent that the bill be and it is important that we put safe- Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask read three times and passed, the mo- guards in place, so that our children unanimous consent that the Senate tion to reconsider be laid upon the can continue to benefit from advances proceed to the immediate consider- table, with no intervening action or de- in communications technology without ation of H.R. 1594, which was received bate, and any statements related to the putting them in harm’s way. from the House. bill be printed in the RECORD.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00072 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.002 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD September 30, 2008 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 23465 The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without vests for law enforcement officers. A read three times and passed, that the objection, it is so ordered. police officer in Alexandria, VA, Kyle motions to reconsider be laid upon the The bill (H.R. 4544) was ordered to a Russell was shot in the chest during a table, with no intervening action or de- third reading, was read the third time, traffic stop. According to Chief David bate, and that any statements related and passed. Baker of the Alexandria Police, Officer to this measure be printed in the f Russell’s vest saved his life. What was RECORD. BULLETPROOF VEST a very tragic situation was prevented The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without PARTNERSHIP GRANT ACT OF 2008 from being made worse due to Officer objection, it is so ordered. Russell’s bulletproof vest. This event, The bill (H.R. 6045) was ordered to a Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask in a city close to the Nation’s Capitol, third reading, was read the third time, unanimous consent that the Senate should be another reminder to Mem- and passed. proceed to the immediate consider- bers of Congress about why this pro- f ation of H.R. 6045 which is at the desk. gram is so important. Where Congress The PRESIDING OFFICER. The can help State and local jurisdictions PROVIDING FOR FEDERAL EM- clerk will report the bill by title. PLOYEES ELECTRONIC RECEIPT The legislative clerk read as follows: equip their officers, there should be no hesitation to do so. OF PAYMENT STUBS A bill (H.R. 6045) to amend title I of the I regret that due to objections we Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask of 1968 to extend the authorization of the were not able to include with the reau- unanimous consent that the Senate Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant Program thorization a waiver system for those proceed to the immediate consider- through fiscal year 2012. jurisdictions that have suffered a nat- ation of Calendar No. 1073, H.R. 6073. There being no objection, the Senate ural disaster or severe budget short- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The proceeded to consider the bill. falls. The waiver would have given clerk will report the bill by title. Mr. LEAHY. Mr. President, I am those jurisdictions a way to keep their The legislative clerk read as follows: pleased that the Senate has acted officers protected, regardless of wheth- A bill (H.R. 6073) to provide that Federal unanimously today to reauthorize the er they can meet the law’s matching employees receiving their pay by electronic Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant requirement. The waiver legislation funds transfer shall be given the option of re- Program. This measure marks the fifth also would provide authority to the Di- ceiving their pay stubs electronically. time that I have had the privilege of rector of the Bureau of Justice Assist- There being no objection, the Senate working to reauthorize this life-saving ance at the Justice Department to proceeded to consider the bill. Federal grant program. I first worked waive the grant program’s matching Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask with Senator Campbell 10 years ago to requirement in cases of fiscal hardship. unanimous consent that the bill be author the Bulletproof Vest Grant If a jurisdiction cannot meet this re- read a third time and passed, the mo- Partnership Act of 1998, which re- quirement, it is unlikely it can afford tions to reconsider be laid upon the sponded to the tragic Carl Drega shoot- to purchase vests on its own. I hope the table with no intervening action or de- out in 1997 on the Vermont-New Hamp- next Congress will be allowed to con- bate, and that any statements related sider these important provisions. I do shire border, in which two state troop- thereto be printed in the RECORD. ers who did not have bulletproof vests not wish to return to the days when The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without were killed. The Federal officers who law enforcement officers were required objection, it is so ordered. responded to the shooting spree were to purchase their own vests, or simply The bill (H.R. 6073) was ordered to a equipped with life-saving body armor, go without. With tighter budgets and a third reading, was read the third time, but the State and local law enforce- troubled economy, it makes sense to and passed. ment officers lacked protective vests give the Bureau of Justice Assistance because of the cost. the authority and the flexibility to en- f In 2007, as a result of the Bulletproof sure that no jurisdiction is excluded AUTHORIZING FUNDING TO CON- Vest Grant Program, jurisdictions from such critical assistance simply DUCT A NATIONAL TRAINING across the country received over $28 because it can’t afford to meet the PROGRAM FOR STATE AND million in Federal funds, which were matching requirements. LOCAL PROSECUTORS used to purchase more than 180,000 We know that body armor saves armor vests. Between 1999 and 2007, $234 lives, but the cost has put these vests Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask million has gone to the States and has out of the reach of many of the officers unanimous consent that the Judiciary assisted in the purchase of an esti- who need them. This program makes it Committee be discharged from further mated 818,044 vests. It gives me a great more affordable for police departments consideration of H.R. 6083 and the Sen- sense of pride to know that the law we of all sizes. Few things mean more to ate proceed to its immediate consider- enacted is having a real impact in di- me than when I meet Vermont police ation. rectly supporting the safety and secu- officers and they tell me that the pro- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without rity of American law enforcement offi- tective vests they wear were made pos- objection, it is so ordered. cers. sible because of this program. This is The clerk will report the bill by title. In May, the Judiciary Committee the least we should do for the officers The legislative clerk read as follows: held an important hearing and learned on the front lines who put themselves A bill (H.R. 6083) to authorize funding to just how crucial this program has been in danger for us every day. I want to conduct a national training program for to our law enforcement officers. Lieu- make sure that every police officer State and local prosecutors. tenant Michael Macarilla with the who needs a bulletproof vest gets one. There being no objection, the Senate Vermont State Police testified about We do not thank our Nation’s law en- proceeded to consider the bill. how valuable this program is to small forcement officers enough for the sac- Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask jurisdictions in Vermont, which often rifices they make in order to protect unanimous consent that the bill be operate on very tight budgets. And De- all of us. But the actions the Senate read three times and passed, the mo- tective David Azur of the Baltimore has taken today in passing this legisla- tion to reconsider be laid upon the Police Department testified about his tion is a strong step forward in dem- table, with no intervening action or de- experience of being shot at point-blank onstrating Congress’ commitment to bate, and that any statements related range and surviving because he was supporting the men and women who to the bill be printed in the RECORD. wearing a bulletproof vest. His testi- serve us so well. I hope the President The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without mony left no doubt that this is an issue will quickly sign this reauthorization objection, it is so ordered. of life and death. into law. The bill (H.R. 6083) was ordered to a Just this week we were reminded Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask third reading, was read the third time, again of the importance of bulletproof unanimous consent that the bill be and passed.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00073 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.002 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 23466 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 September 30, 2008 RYAN HAIGHT ONLINE PHARMACY Welfare. Both strongly supported legis- strengthen our Nation’s ability to ef- CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT OF lation to fill a gap in existing law and fectively combat online drug traf- 2008 help protect young people from illicit ficking. It also furthers the goals of Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask drugs online. drug enforcement and deterrence, while unanimous consent that the Senate Following our hearing, the Internet also providing Congress with additional proceed to the immediate consider- Drug Advisory Committee held a brief- oversight tools. ation of H.R. 6353, which was received ing for the Judiciary Committee on The administration supports this from the House. this matter. We heard from various bill—and that is the right thing to do. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The members of the Internet community on I know that our hard working men and clerk will report the bill by title. how the private sector may effectively women at the Drug Enforcement Agen- The legislative clerk read as follows: collaborate with the public sector to cy need the added tools this bill will A bill (H.R. 6353) to amend the Controlled combat the sales of dangerous drugs offer to assist their efforts to combat Substances Act to address online phar- online. These private sector groups will rogue online pharmacies. Even more, macies. be vital in that effort, and we were our children and grandchildren need There being no objection, the Senate happy to receive the benefit of their in- the safety and security of operating on- proceeded to consider the bill. sights. line free from drug dealers seeking to Mr. LEAHY. Mr. President, I am I understand full well the growing trick them into purchasing dangerous pleased that the Senate will pass the danger that illegitimate online phar- controlled substances. Ryan Haight Online Pharmacy Con- macies pose to youth. As the longtime I urge the President to promptly sign sumer Protection Act, H.R. 6353—an cochair of the Congressional Internet this bill into law. important bipartisan bill that will cre- Caucus, I know that the Internet offers Mrs. FEINSTEIN. Mr. President, I ate new tools for Federal law enforce- tremendous benefits, but I also under- thank my colleagues for supporting the ment to prosecute those who bill ille- stand that dangerous and addictive Ryan Haight Online Pharmacy Con- gally sell drugs online, and allow State drugs are often only a click away. As a sumer Protection Act. authorities to shut down rogue online former State’s Attorney in Vermont, I This is the House companion legisla- pharmacies even before they get start- will never forget how much successful tion to the Senate bill that I originally ed. prosecutions depend on whether the in- introduced, with Senator SESSIONS, to Earlier this week, the House of Rep- vestigators and lawyers charged with protect the safety of consumers who resentatives passed this important leg- protecting the public from crime have wish to fill legitimate prescriptions for islation. Earlier this year, the Senate the right tools to do so. That is why we controlled substances over the Inter- passed a version of this bill, and I am are in urgent need of this bill. No mat- net, while holding accountable those glad that today it has once again given ter how dedicated we are to solving a who operate unregistered pharmacies. its unanimous support to this bill. I problem, if the laws are not clearly and Today, Congress took the first impor- hope that the President will promptly sensibly drafted, no justice will be tant step in stemming the tide of on- sign this measure into law. done. line drug trafficking. Perhaps more im- Senator FEINSTEIN has been a leader This legislation does many important portantly, Congress took the first steps on this issue, and she and others have things. First, the bill requires the Drug toward ensuring that children and shown a strong commitment to com- Enforcement Administration report to teens no longer overdose, or worse die, bating illicit drug trafficking by online Congress on recommendations to com- after purchasing controlled substances predators. I also thank Representative bat the online sale of controlled sub- without a prescription from rogue STUPAK and all of those who worked on stances from foreign countries via the Internet pharmacies. this bill in the House. Through their Internet and on ways that the private This bill will do the following: hard work and diligent efforts, we have sector can assist in this effort. A key Bar the sale or distribution of all a strong bipartisan bill that includes ingredient in diminishing the impact of controlled substances over the Internet important modifications and clarifica- rogue Web sites on American citizens is without a valid prescription; tions that will protect our children, combating the international aspect of Require online pharmacies to display and grandchildren, from purchasing il- this problem, and strengthening the on their Web site a statement of com- legal dangerous drugs online. I hope public-private sector collaboration can pliance with U.S. law and DEA regula- this bill will help reduce the prevalence help provide a solution. tions—allowing consumers to know of rogue online pharmacies in our soci- Second, the legislation narrows the which pharmacies are safe and which ety. U.S. Sentencing Commission directive are not; We are a nation in the midst of a to ensure that the most dangerous pre- Clarify that rogue pharmacies that technological revolution. In the digital scription drugs abused online are treat- sell drugs over the Internet will face age, the Internet has provided Ameri- ed more severely than less harmful pre- the same penalties as people who ille- cans with better access to convenient scription drugs. This addition will en- gally sell the same drugs on the street; and more affordable medicine. Unfortu- sure that the Commission has clear Increase the Federal penalties for il- nately, the prevalence of rogue online guidance to issue the guidelines nec- legally distributing controlled sub- pharmacies has also made the Internet essary to hold those individuals who stances; an increasing source for the sale of peddle dangerous prescription drugs to And create a new Federal cause of ac- dangerous controlled substances with- minors online accountable. tion that would allow a State attorney out a licensed medical practitioner’s Third, the bill protects legitimate re- general to shut down a rogue Web site valid prescription. Online drug traf- tail drug chains with online Web sites selling controlled substances. fickers have used evolving tactics to for customers seeking refills on pre- In addition, I would like to clarify evade detection by law enforcement scriptions, by exempting them from that the Ryan Haight Online Pharmacy and circumvent the proper constraints the bill’s requirements. This ensures Consumer Protection Act of 2008 regu- of doctors and pharmacists. that the bill does not target legitimate lates practices related to the delivery, Last year, the Judiciary Committee pharmacies that provide Vermonters distribution, or dispensing of a con- held a hearing on this issue. We heard and other Americans with access to trolled substance by means of the compelling testimony from Francine needed medicines, nor does it burden Internet. The act does not address the Haight, a mother whose teenage son legitimate pharmacies with additional delivery, distribution, or dispensing of died from an overdose of painkillers he registration and reporting require- any noncontrolled substance by the purchased online from a rogue phar- ments. Internet or any other means. macy. We also heard from Joseph I believe this legislation will be even This bill does not infringe upon the Califano, the former Secretary of the better with these changes. I am con- powers of the Department of Health Department of Health, Education and fident that this legislation will and Human Services and its Secretary

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00074 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.002 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD September 30, 2008 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 23467 with respect to noncontrolled sub- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The bate, and that any statements relating stances. Nor does it infringe upon the clerk will report the bill by title. to the bill be printed in the RECORD. traditional power of the States to regu- The legislative clerk read as follows: The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without late the practices of medicine and A bill H.R. (6524) to authorize the Adminis- objection, it is so ordered. pharmacy with respect to the prescrip- trator of General Services to take certain ac- The bill (H.R. 6531) was ordered to a tion of noncontrolled substances. tions with respect to parcels of real property third reading, was read the third time, Delivery, distribution, or dispensing located in Eastlake, Ohio, and Koochiching and passed. County, Minnesota, and for other purposes. of noncontrolled substances, approved f by the Secretary of Health and Human There being no objection, the Senate WEBCASTER SETTLEMENT ACT OF Services or the regulatory bodies of the proceeded to consider the bill. 2008 States, are not affected by the act. The Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask Senate Committee report reflects unanimous consent that the bill be Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask Congress’s intent related to this issue read a third time and passed, the mo- unanimous consent that the Senate and is applicable to H.R. 6353. tion to reconsider be laid upon the proceed to the immediate consider- In closing, I wish to share the story table, and that any statements relating ation of H.R. 7084, which was received of this bill’s namesake, Ryan T. to the bill be printed in the RECORD. from the House. Haight. Ryan was an 18-year-old honor The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without The PRESIDING OFFICER. The student from La Mesa, CA, when he objection, it is so ordered. clerk will report. died in his home on February 12, 2001. The bill (H.R. 6524) was ordered to a The legislative clerk read as follows: His parents found a bottle of Vicodin in third reading, was read the third time, A bill (H.R. 7084) to amend section 114 of his room with a label from an out-of- and passed. title 17, United States Code, to provide for State pharmacy. f agreements for the reproduction and per- It turns out that Ryan had been or- formance of sound recordings by webcasters. VESSEL HULL DESIGN There being no objection, the Senate dering addictive drugs online and pay- PROTECTION AMENDMENTS OF 2008 ing with a debit card his parents gave proceeded to consider the bill. him to buy baseball cards on eBay. Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask Mr. LEAHY. Mr. Presdient, I am Without a physical exam or his par- unanimous consent that the Senate pleased that the Senate has passed the ents’ consent, Ryan had been obtaining proceed to the immediate consider- Webcaster Settlement Act of 2008, a controlled substances, some from an ation of Calendar No. 931, H.R. 6531. short but important bill for all of us Internet site in Oklahoma. It only took The PRESIDING OFFICER. The who love to listen to music online. I a few months before Ryan’s life was clerk will report the bill by title. have long championed the development ended by an overdose on a cocktail of The legislative clerk read as follows: of new business models for transmit- painkillers. A bill (H.R. 6531) to amend chapter 13 of ting music to the public, and I have Ryan’s story is just one of many. title 17, United States Code (relating to the been delighted to see the webcasting Rogue Internet pharmacies are making vessel hull design protection), to clarify the community grow and prosper. From it increasingly easy for teens such as definitions of a hull and a deck. tiny operations serving the smallest of Ryan to access deadly prescription There being no objection, the Senate musical niches, to collegiate stations drugs. This bill is the first step against proceeded to consider the bill. playing cutting edge performers, to that terrible tide. It creates sensible Mr. LEAHY. Mr. Presdient, I am large established webcasters providing requirements for Internet pharmacy pleased that the Senate today will pass a whole new array of services to lis- Web sites that will not impact access the Vessel Hull Design Protection Act teners, the online music world has to convenient, oftentimes cost-saving Amendments of 2008. The Senate unani- truly blossomed in the last 10 years. drugs. mously passed a similar bill last year. But with all new growth comes grow- I thank my House and Senate col- This is a small, but important, piece of ing pains, and we also must be con- leagues for passing this important bill. legislation and has bipartisan support. stantly vigilant to ensure that the de- I also specifically thank Representa- This updated version was introduced to velopment of new business interests tives BART STUPAK, LAMAR SMITH, JOHN address concerns of the Navy, and gives does not come at the expense of settled CONYERS, MARY BONO MACK, and JOHN the Department of Defense full assur- property rights. DINGELL, and Senators SESSIONS and ance that Government and defense de- When webcasting was even younger, I LEAHY for their hard work and leader- signs will not be subject to unwar- sponsored the Small Webcasters Settle- ship in securing the passage of this bill. ranted restrictions. I thank the cospon- ment Act of 2004, which established a I urge the President to sign this im- sors of the Senate’s bill—Senator Copyright Royalty Tribunal to replace portant legislation. CORNYN, Senator KOHL, and Senator the old Copyright Arbitration Royalty Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask WHITEHOUSE—for all their hard work Panel as the administrative body for unanimous consent that the bill be and contributions. determining—in the absence of pri- read three times and passed, the mo- In 1998, Congress passed the Vessel vately negotiated contracts—the roy- tion to reconsider be laid upon the Hull Design Protection Act to recog- alty rates to be paid by online music table, with no intervening action or de- nize the significant time, effort, and in- providers to the performers who hold bate, and that any statements relating novation that figure into ship design. the copyrights in that music. The new to the bill be printed in the RECORD. Recent action in the courts has made it system has seen its first adjudications, The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without clear that in order to be effective, this and this legislation reflects the need objection, it is so ordered. law needs to be clarified and refined. for a slight readjustment in that sys- The bill (H.R. 6353) was ordered to a This bill does exactly that, and no tem. The bill simply extends the time third reading, was read the third time, more, by clarifying the definition of to next February during which the par- and passed. ‘‘hull’’ and ‘‘deck.’’ This ensures that ties can negotiate their own rates, even f the intellectual property rights of ves- after the CRB proceeding, and will per- sel hull designers will be protected. mit any deal that is negotiated by that AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS I am pleased the Senate will adopt time to bind the interested parties. WITH RESPECT TO PARCELS OF this measure today, and I look forward I am not, in the normal course, a pro- REAL PROPERTY to the President signing it into law. ponent of legislative readjustments Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask like this one, but I understand the ad- unanimous consent that the Senate unanimous consent that the bill be visability of this particular extension. proceed to the immediate consider- read three times and passed, the mo- I will not, however, sanction repeated ation of H.R. 6524, which was received tion to reconsider be laid upon the returns to Congress if webcasters are from the House. table, with no intervening action or de- again dissatisfied with the results of a

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:46 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00075 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR08\S30SE8.002 S30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 23468 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 September 30, 2008 system that they urged upon us in 2004, from the application of the means-test pre- if after September 11, 2001, the debtor while a and which they applauded when it was sumption of abuse under chapter 7, quali- member of a reserve component of the Armed created. The parties on both sides of fying members of reserve components of the Forces or a member of the National Guard, was these agreements—the webcasters and Armed Forces and members of the National called to such active duty or performed such Guard who, after September 11, 2001, are homeland defense activity.’’. the copyright owners—would be well called to active duty or to perform a home- SEC. 3. GAO STUDY. advised to consider these negotiations land defense activity for not less than 90 (a) COMPTROLLER GENERAL STUDY.—Not seriously, and to behave appropriately. days. later than 2 years after the effective date of The rights of our creative artists are There being no objection, the Senate this Act, the Comptroller General shall com- the life blood of the entire music indus- proceeded to consider the bill, which plete and transmit to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President try, including that of the online music had been reported from the Committee providers, and we all owe them respect. pro tempore of the Senate, a study of the use on the Judiciary, with an amendment, and the effects of the provisions of law I trust the parties when they tell us as follows: amended (and as amended) by this Act. Such that the time extension will allow (The parts of the bill intended to be study shall address, at a minimum— them to come to terms that will ensure stricken are shown in boldface brack- (1) whether and to what degree members of mutual benefit to them, and ultimate ets and the parts of the bill intended to reserve components of the Armed Forces and benefit to all the listeners, like myself, be inserted are shown in italics.) members of the National Guard avail them- selves of the benefits of such provisions, who enjoy music transmitted over the S. 3197 Internet. I am pleased the Congress has (2) whether and to what degree such mem- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- bers are debtors in cases under title 11 of the passed this measure before recessing. resentatives of the United States of America in United States Code that are substantially re- Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask Congress assembled, lated to service that qualifies such members unanimous consent that the bill be SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. for the benefits of such provisions, read three times and passed, the mo- This Act may be cited as the ‘‘National (3) whether and to what degree such mem- tion to reconsider be laid upon the Guard and Reservists Debt Relief Act of bers are debtors in cases under such title table with no intervening action or de- 2008’’. that are materially related to such service, bate, and any statements be printed in SEC. 2. AMENDMENTS. and Section 707(b)(2)(D) of title 11, United (4) the effects that the use by such mem- the RECORD. States Code, is amended— bers of section 707(b)(2)(D) of such title, as The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ø(1) in each of clauses (i) and (ii)— amended by this Act, has on the bankruptcy objection, it is so ordered. ø(A) by indenting the left margins of such system, creditors, and the debt-incurrence The bill (H.R. 7084) was ordered to a clauses 2 ems to the right; and practices of such members. third reading, was read the third time, ø(B) by redesignating such clauses as sub- (b) FACTORS.—For purposes of subsection and passed. clauses (I) and (II), respectively; (a)— ø (1) a case shall be considered to be substan- f (2) by striking ‘‘if the debtor is a disabled veteran’’ and inserting the following: tially related to the service of a member of APPOINTMENTS ø‘‘if— a reserve component of the Armed Forces or ø a member of the National Guard that quali- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The ‘‘(i) the debtor is a disabled veteran’’; ø(3) by striking the period at the end and fies such member for the benefits of the pro- Chair, on behalf of the President pro inserting ‘‘; or’’; and visions of law amended (and as amended) by tempore, pursuant to Public Law 99– ø(4) by adding at the end the following: this Act if more than 33 percent of the aggre- 498, as amended by Public Law 110–315, ø‘‘(ii) while— gate amount of the debts in such case is in- appoints the following individual to ø‘‘(I) the debtor is— curred as a direct or indirect result of such the Advisory Committee on Student ø‘‘(aa) on, and during the 540-day period be- service, (2) a case shall be considered to be materi- Financial Assistance: Norman Bedford ginning immediately after the debtor is re- leased from, a period of active duty (as de- ally related to the service of a member of a of Nevada. reserve component of the Armed Forces or a The PRESIDING OFFICER. The fined in section 101(d)(1) of title 10) of not less than 90 days; or member of the National Guard that qualifies such member for the benefits of such provi- Chair, on behalf of the Minority Lead- ø‘‘(bb) performing, and during the 540-day sions if more than 10 percent of the aggre- er, pursuant to Public Law 110–183, an- period beginning immediately after the debt- gate amount of the debts in such case is in- nounces the appointment of the fol- or is no longer performing, a homeland de- curred as a direct or indirect result of such lowing individual as a member of the fense activity (as defined in section 901(1) of service, and title 32) performed for a period of not less Commission on the Abolition of the (3) the term ‘‘effects’’ means— than 90 days; and Transatlantic Slave Trade: Rainier (A) with respect to the bankruptcy system ø‘‘(II) if, after September 11, 2001, the debt- Spencer of Nevada. and creditors— or while a member of a reserve component of Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I sug- (i) the number of cases under title 11 of the the Armed Forces or a member of the Na- United States Code in which members of re- gest the absence of a quorum. tional Guard, was called to such active duty The PRESIDING OFFICER. The serve components of the Armed Forces and or performed such homeland defense activ- members of the National Guard avail them- clerk will call the roll. ¿ ity.’’. selves of the benefits of such provisions, (1) in clauses (i) and (ii)— The legislative clerk proceeded to (ii) the aggregate amount of debt in such (A) by indenting the left margin of such call the roll. cases, Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask clauses 2 ems to the right, and (B) by redesignating such clauses as sub- (iii) the aggregate amount of debt of such unanimous consent that the order for members discharged in cases under chapter 7 clauses (I) and (II), respectively, the quorum call be rescinded. (2) by striking ‘‘testing, if the debtor is a dis- of such title, The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without abled veteran’’ and inserting the following: (iv) the aggregate amount of debt of such objection, it is so ordered. ‘‘testing— members in cases under chapter 7 of such title as of the time such cases are converted f ‘‘(i) if the debtor is a disabled veteran’’, (3) by striking the period at the end and in- to cases under chapter 13 of such title, NATIONAL GUARD AND RESERV- serting ‘‘; or’’, and (v) the amount of resources expended by ISTS DEBT RELIEF ACT OF 2008 (4) by adding at the end the following: the bankruptcy courts and by the bank- ‘‘(ii) with respect to the debtor, while the ruptcy trustees, stated separately, in cases Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask debtor is— under title 11 of the United States Code in unanimous consent that the Senate ‘‘(I) on, and during the 540-day period begin- which such members avail themselves of the proceed to the immediate consider- ning immediately after the debtor is released benefits of such provisions, and ation of Calendar No. 963, S. 3197. from, a period of active duty (as defined in sec- (vi) whether and to what extent there is The PRESIDING OFFICER. The tion 101(d)(1) of title 10) of not less than 90 any indicia of abuse or potential abuse of clerk will report. days; or such provisions, and ‘‘(II) performing, and during the 540-day pe- (B) with respect to debt-incurrence prac- The assistant legislative clerk read riod beginning immediately after the debtor is tices— as follows: no longer performing, a homeland defense activ- (i) any increase in the average levels of A bill (S. 3197) to amend title 11, United ity (as defined in section 901(1) of title 32) per- debt incurred by such members before, dur- States Code, to exempt for a limited period, formed for a period of not less than 90 days; ing, or after such service,

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EFFECTIVE DATE; APPLICATION OF the bill be read a third time, and with- withdrawn, and the Senate then pro- AMENDMENTS. out further intervening action or de- ceed to vote on the motion to concur in (a) EFFECTIVE DATE.—Except as provided in bate, the Senate proceed to vote on the House amendment to the Senate subsection (b), this Act and the amendments passage of the bill, as amended, if amendment to the bill; that upon dis- made by this Act shall take effect 60 days amended; provided further that passage position of the House message, the Sen- after the date of enactment of this Act. (b) APPLICATION OF AMENDMENTS.—The of the bill requires 60 votes. ate resume consideration of H.R. 7081, amendments made by this Act shall apply The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without the India-U.S. Cooperative Agreement, only with respect to cases commenced under objection, it is so ordered. and then proceed to vote in relation to title 11 of the United States Code in the 3- f the amendments to the bill and passage year period beginning on the effective date and that the amendments be voted in UNANIMOUS CONSENT of this Act. the order offered; that on Wednesday, AMENDMENT—H.R. 1424 Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ask October 1, there be 2 minutes of debate unanimous consent that the committee Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- prior to each vote, equally divided and amendment be agreed to, the bill, as imous consent that on Wednesday, Oc- controlled; and that after the first vote amended, be read a third time and tober 1, following the debate with re- of any sequence, the succeeding votes passed, the motions to reconsider be spect to H.R. 7081, the Senate proceed be 10 minutes in duration. laid upon the table with no intervening to the consideration of Calendar No. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there action or debate, and any statements 610, H.R. 1424; that once the bill is re- objection? related to the bill be printed in the ported, the Dodd, et al., amendment, Without objection, it is so ordered. RECORD. which is at the desk, be considered; ex- Mr. REID. Mr. President, let me say The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without cept that this agreement is only valid that after long discussions with Sen- objection, it is so ordered. if both leaders are in concurrence with ator DODD, the chairman of the Fi- The committee amendment was the provisions of the Dodd, et al., nance Committee, the chairman of the agreed to. amendment and have so notified the Budget Committee, and other Sen- The bill (S. 3197), as amended, was or- Chair, and that there be general debate ators, including JACK REED, and, of dered to be engrossed for a third read- on the amendment for 90 minutes, with course, in constant contact with the ing, was read the third time, and the time equally divided and controlled Republican leader, with maybe eight or passed, as follows: between the leaders or their designees; nine conversations today, and con- Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- that upon the use or yielding back of versations with people in the House imous consent that the order for the this time, the amendment be set aside, and with the White House, it has been quorum call be rescinded. and the Senate then consider the only determined in our judgment this is the The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without other amendment in order to the bill, a best way to move forward. This is good objection, it is so ordered. Sanders amendment re: tax on high-in- for the country. f come individuals; that there be 60 min- Mr. President, I do not want to sound utes of debate with respect to that like a stuck record, but I have known UNANIMOUS CONSENT amendment, with the time equally di- the distinguished Senator from Con- AGREEMENT—H.R. 7081 vided and controlled in the usual form; necticut for 26 years. We have served in Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- that upon the use or yielding back of the Senate together for 22 years. We imous consent that after the prayer all time with respect to the bill and have worked together on many dif- and pledge and any remarks of the amendments, the measure be set aside ferent issues but never as we have dur- leaders on Wednesday, October 1, the to recur upon disposition of H.R. 7081; ing the housing debate which con- Senate proceed to the consideration of that with respect to the disposition of cluded successfully and this financial H.R. 7081, which is at the desk; that the the amendments to H.R. 1424, the first crisis in which we find ourselves. bill be considered under the following vote occur with respect to the Sanders Each day that goes by I am more ad- limitations: That there be 60 minutes amendment; that upon disposition of miring of the work he has done. Today of general debate on the bill, with the that amendment, the Senate would is an example. This has been very dif- time equally divided and controlled be- then consider the Dodd, et al., amend- ficult, and words cannot express well tween the leaders or their designees; ment, that upon disposition of that enough how satisfied I am with the that the only first-degree amendments amendment, the bill, as amended, if work he has done and what a good in order be those listed in this agree- amended, be read a third time and the thing he has done for the State of Con- ment, with no other amendments in Senate proceed to vote on passage of necticut, the State of Nevada, the order, and debate time limited on each the bill; that upon passage, with the State of Kentucky, and our country. amendment to 60 minutes, with the above occurring without further inter- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Re- time equally divided and controlled in vening action or debate, the Dodd, et publican leader is recognized. the usual form; further, that an addi- al., amendment and the bill be subject Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, let tional debate time of 15 minutes each to a 60-vote threshold. me just say this is one of the finer mo- be provided to Senators FEINGOLD and The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ments in the Senate. We have come to- HARKIN; a Dorgan amendment re: clar- objection, it is so ordered. gether on a bipartisan basis and struc- ify policy in event of Indian test, and a f tured a way forward on an important Bingaman amendment re: reporting re- rescue package for our country. quirement in event of Indian test; that UNANIMOUS CONSENT AGREE- I commend the majority leader, my the amendments in this agreement be MENT—HOUSE MESSAGE TO AC- good friend, for his extraordinary work subject to an affirmative 60-vote COMPANY H.R. 2095 on this issue, as well as Senator DODD threshold, and that if the amendment Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- and Senator GREGG, who have been the achieves that threshold, then it be imous consent that all postcloture lead negotiators on this matter for the agreed to and the motion to reconsider time be yielded except for 30 minutes, Senate. be laid upon the table; that if the and that—this is in regard to H.R. 2095, This is an important accomplishment amendment does not achieve that the rail safety bill—at 7 p.m., Wednes- and a way forward to get a result we

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THE AMERICAN ENERGY, AMER- and oversight of the commodity markets. Esti- my bill creates a National Commission on En- ICAN INNOVATION ACT OF 2008 mates vary as to how much speculative trad- ergy Independence to study technical obsta- ing on futures markets—as well as unscrupu- cles and policy barriers and make rec- HON. MARK UDALL lous market manipulation—affects the cost of ommendations on how to achieve this goal. OF COLORADO oil. Some estimates say as much as $30 to This bill also includes opening up new areas of the Outer Continental Shelf, OCS, to oil and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES $60 per barrel of oil can be attributed to unfair speculative market practices. gas drilling. Specifically, the bill would end the Monday, September 29, 2008 This provision will bring transparency to the current moratorium on OCS drilling and would Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Madam Speaker, I commodities and futures market by imple- permit leasing between 50 and 100 miles off- rise today to introduce a bill reflecting my menting Commodity Futures Trading Commis- shore if a State ‘‘opts-in’’ to allow it off of their comprehensive energy plan, the ‘‘American sion, CFTC, recommendations to break out coast, while providing protection for environ- Energy, American Innovation’’ Act of 2008. index fund and other data in energy and agri- mentally sensitive areas. I think this strikes a This bill reflects my effort to really put every- cultural markets, and require detailed reporting responsible balance between adding more thing on the table to address rising energy from index traders and swap dealers. This is drilling offshore and respecting State con- prices, our dependence on foreign oil, and our important because speculators have come up cerns—States should have a say about drilling need to respond to the climate change chal- with elaborate and tricky derivatives that ob- activity affecting their beaches, lands and re- lenge. scure the true value of commodities. It will sources. While in Colorado in August, I stood with curb excessive speculation by tightening regu- A separate provision in the bill deals with Senator SALAZAR to embrace the bipartisan lation of foreign boards of trade that offer fu- Federal lands that have been leased for en- ergy exploration and development under the process and principles of the so-called Gang tures contracts in the U.S., and it will give the Mineral Leasing Act but where such activities of 10—now Gang of 20—energy proposal. But CFTC the authority and the means to crack have not yet occurred. While it is important to I believe that this proposal doesn’t go far down on manipulation in the energy market. understand the reality that oil and gas explo- enough and that’s why I’ve spent the last 2 It will help us address gas prices in the ration is a complicated commercial and sci- months working on this ‘‘American Energy, short term by including a provision to release entific enterprise involving efforts not easily fit- American Innovation’’ plan. additional oil from the Strategic Petroleum Re- ting within strict regulatory timelines, I think Since then, while the Senate group has serve, SPR. This release would provide for a that this is a reasonable response to current doubled in size, indicating the strong desire in quick increase in the supply of petroleum in Congress to achieve a compromise on energy conditions. In essence, it would bar the current our consumer market and so could reduce the holders of federal mineral leases—whether for legislation, the Senators have yet to introduce likelihood of further short-term increases in the onshore or offshore areas—from obtaining ad- the legislation that they outlined in their prin- price of gasoline and other refined products. ditional leases unless they are able to show ciples. And, it will do this in a way that is both cost- that they are ‘‘diligently developing’’ the leases And last week, the House passed a com- effective and protective of our national-security they already hold. The Secretary of the Interior prehensive energy bill (H.R. 6899) that in- interests. would be responsible for spelling out in regula- cludes an even stronger step towards a com- Under the bill, the Energy Department, tions exactly what would be needed to show promise, with provisions that will open up DOE, would sell at least 20 million barrels of such ‘‘due diligence.’’ more of the Outer Continental Shelf to drilling light grade oil now stored in the Strategic Pe- But we must reach beyond oil and gas. My and establish a national renewable electricity troleum Reserve, and sales would continue for bill includes provisions to advance clean coal standard to mandate that 15 percent of our 6 months or until 70 million barrels have been technology, including carbon capture and se- electricity be produced from renewable energy sold, whichever comes first. But the draw- questration technology. And I believe that nu- by 2020. down would not be permanent because the bill clear energy will continue to be an important Along with these two provisions, that bill in- would require the Energy Department to ac- part of our energy portfolio, so we must move cluded several others from my energy plan quire, through purchase (using money from forward on building new nuclear energy facili- and I voted for it. the sales) or exchange, heavy grade petro- ties. My bill will help streamline the licensing However, we have not yet achieved an leum for storage in the strategic reserve, to re- process for these new plants and will give the agreement in Congress on a compromise that place the light grade petroleum that would be Nuclear Regulatory Commission additional can move through both bodies and get to the sold. staff to ensure that these facilities are safe President’s desk. And, building upon the Gang Right now, slightly more than 700 million and secure. of 20 proposal and H.R. 6899, I think my bill barrels of oil are stored in the strategic re- As co-chair of the Renewable Energy and provides the next step in that process. That is serve—so the amount to be sold under the bill Energy Efficiency Caucus, I understand the why I am introducing this bill today, which I do would be only about 10 percent of the amount important role that both renewable energy and not view as a final product, but more a step on hand. energy efficiency will play in meeting our en- to further discussion on our energy policy and Importantly, the bill specifies that the ergy needs. My bill also includes my proposal keep faith with the promise that I made to amount of oil stored in the strategic reserve for a Renewable Electricity Standard—just like Coloradans in August. could not drop below 90 percent of the the one that has been so successful in Colo- My bill involves developing energy of all amount stored when the bill is enacted. The rado. Under my plan, by the year 2020, utility kinds—oil, gas, wind, solar, biofuels, nuclear. most recent data I have seen indicate that the companies will be producing at least 20 per- It’s a broad and pragmatic approach to solve reserve is currently filled nearly to capacity, so cent of our electricity from American-made re- our critical energy challenge. It reaches out to the bill will not cause a significant reduction in newable sources like wind and solar. new partners and promotes new solutions. the amount stored. My bill also includes extension of critical re- And my bill includes both short- and long-term But, Madam Speaker, this bill recognizes newable energy tax credits. The Production efforts to reduce our dependence on foreign that short-term solutions and fixing past prob- Tax Credit, PTC, in particular has been instru- oil, lower energy prices, and protect our envi- lems are not ‘‘silver bullets’’ for the factors that mental in promoting the creation of a renew- ronment. have led to the current high price of oil and able energy industry. An extended PTC will First, to deal with immediate problems with products such as gasoline that are made from provide more market certainty and we must energy prices, my bill includes a provision bi- oil. We need long-term solutions as well. have an extension of this key tax credit before partisan effort that will cut down on the manip- First, we need to do all we can to move to- the current credit expires at the end of 2008. ulation of oil prices and increase transparency wards ending dependence on foreign oil and My bill extends the PTC for 4 years.

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Of course, the cheapest kilowatt of energy deep and great respect for service members In addition to bringing a new approach to is the one we don’t use and energy efficiency and veterans and is the latest example of their troubled youth care, Mac also oversaw the also has a key role in addressing our energy steadfast commitment. Every November, Au- construction and planning of the award win- needs. This bill will provide incentives for burn hosts one of the largest Veterans Day ning Bucks County Juvenile Detention Center. smart grid systems, as well as for energy effi- parades on the west coast of the United This state-of-the-art facility has become a cient buildings. And it includes new energy ef- States. Their Veterans Park is a permanent must-visit for all Pennsylvania municipalities ficiency standards for appliances. reminder of the city’s dedication and affection who are looking to improve their youth deten- Transportation is another area where we for veterans. Under Mayor Lewis and the cur- tion facilities and programs. can do more to improve our efficiency. And rent City Council, Auburn is taking the lead in Madam Speaker, Mr. Macgregor’s commit- my bill will move us forward by requiring that Washington in supporting the military and our ment to working with troubled children is an in- all new vehicles achieve 35 miles per gallon many brave veterans and I applaud their ef- spiration to the Bucks County community and by 2015 and 50 miles per gallon by 2030. It forts. the nation as a whole. During his many years of service, he has created a new way of think- also includes additional incentives for Ameri- f cans to purchase high efficiency vehicles and ing about and treating delinquent youth that for manufacturers to produce many vehicles HONORING KYLE THEODORE BUCK has changed countless lives for the better. I that use alternative fuels. would like to thank Mr. Macgregor for his life- Americans want fuel choice and my bill will HON. SAM GRAVES time of dedication to our community. require 50 percent of all new vehicles to be OF MISSOURI f capable of burning various biofuels (in addition IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN RECOGNITION OF DALE MYERS, to gasoline) by 2012 and 80 percent by 2015. Monday, September 29, 2008 U.S. AIR FORCE We need additional incentives for fuel effi- ciency vehicles. It also includes funding for re- Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly HON. DOUG LAMBORN search and development focused on the major pause to recognize Kyle Theodore Buck of OF COLORADO technological barriers to alternative fuel vehi- Kansas City, Missouri. Kyle is a very special IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cles, such as advanced batteries, to develop young man who has exemplified the finest the next generation vehicles. And it provides qualities of citizenship and leadership by tak- Monday, September 29, 2008 incentives for Americans to purchase these ing an active part in the Boy Scouts of Amer- Mr. LAMBORN. Madam Speaker, I rise new vehicles that use alternative fuels or are ica, Troop 1395, and earning the most pres- today to recognize Major Dale Myers, United more efficient. tigious award of Eagle Scout. States Air Force. While serving on my staff as And we must pay for this new energy policy. Kyle has been very active with his troop, a Legislative Fellow during this Second Ses- My bill does that by ending unneeded tax participating in many Scout activities. Over the sion of the 110th Congress, Dale has shown breaks for the oil and gas industry and closing many years Kyle has been involved with an exceptional commitment to duty in his daily tax loopholes. Scouting, he has not only earned numerous pursuit of excellence. During his tenure here In conclusion, let me again emphasize that merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- on the Hill, Dale worked on a myriad of legis- we must all work together and bring every- ily, peers, and community. lative matters for me from developing draft thing to the table to address our energy chal- Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join legislation to staffing hearings and briefings. lenge. This bill is a good draft to start with and me in commending Kyle Theodore Buck for A natural leader, Dale personifies his I will continue to work with my colleagues to his accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of strengths while engaged in matters relating to enact a comprehensive energy policy to re- America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- taking care of our men and women in uniform. duce our dependence on foreign oil, lower gas ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. His contributions to my efforts on the House prices, and protect our environment. f Armed Services Committee and the House f Veterans’ Affairs Committee will have a reso- HONORING MR. DONALD ‘‘MAC’’ nating impact on our military service members SUPPORTING VETERANS IN MACGREGOR and veterans for years to come. AUBURN, WASHINGTON Further, Dale has made a positive and last- HON. PATRICK J. MURPHY ing impact on my staff by increasing their knowledge of the inner workings of the De- HON. DAVID G. REICHERT OF PENNSYLVANIA partment of Defense. In doing this, he has OF WASHINGTON IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES given them a greater appreciation and respect IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Monday, September 29, 2008 for the hard work and dedication exemplified Monday, September 29, 2008 Mr. PATRICK J. MURPHY of Pennsylvania. by those individuals working exhaustively to Mr. REICHERT. Madam Speaker, I rise Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Bucks support the men and women serving on the today in recognition of the city of Auburn, WA, County resident Donald ‘‘Mac’’ Macgregor. On forefront of America’s defense. As he transi- the Auburn City Council and Mayor Pete July 4th, 2008, Mac retired after a 35 year ca- tions to his next Air Force assignment, I thank Lewis for exemplary and steadfast support of reer as the director of the Bucks County Youth Major Dale Myers for his numerous contribu- the Washington National Guard. They dem- Center. During those 35 years, Mac revolu- tions and wholeheartedly wish him the very onstrated their patriotism and support for the tionized the detention center and its program, best of luck with his future endeavors. military in their quick and sincere actions to setting a high standard for working with delin- f create an event to honor the deployment of quent children requiring secure care. TRIBUTE TO CON-WAY FREIGHT’S the 81st Heavy Combat Brigade of the Wash- Madam Speaker, Mac has served his com- DAVID MAY FOR BEING NAMED ington National Guard on August 19, 2008. munity and has helped troubled children his 2008 ATA NATIONAL DRIVER OF Auburn, located in the 8th District of Wash- entire life. In addition to serving as a Juvenile THE YEAR ington, the District I represent, is not unlike Police Officer with Upper Moreland Township, many communities around the country where Mac also operated, along with his wife Bonnie, budgets are tight and funds are allocated only the first group home in Bucks County with 6 HON. BRIAN HIGGINS OF NEW YORK after careful consideration. However, in this delinquent youths. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES case, Auburn and its able leadership ap- Mr. Macgregor came to the troubled Bucks proved, without any hesitation, city resources County Youth Center at a time when his pred- Monday, September 29, 2008 to secure a location and provide funds to sup- ecessors faced near riots within the facility. Mr. HIGGINS. Madam Speaker, I rise today port a family BBQ with a festival-like atmos- With his unique innovative approach that to congratulate David May of West Seneca,

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He died at his The National Truck Driver of the Year award Harnett County School Board and is involved summer home, Cambus-Kenneth, of what is is the greatest honor a professional truck driv- in numerous associations for county managers now believed to be appendicitis. Mrs. er can achieve. In his 27 years on the road, and public administrators. He was recently McDowell lived out her life at the home of one David has driven over 1.4 million miles without named a Paul Harris Fellow as a lifetime Ro- of her daughters. She passed away in 1840. getting in an accident. This is a great accom- tarian and has also received the International Dr. McDowell’s residence, apothecary and plishment for David, and we are proud to County Manager’s Association Award for 25 office are preserved as a museum, the claim him as our own. years of service to local governments. Mr. McDowell House, in Danville and are des- David has served as a committed and influ- Emory has also found time to enjoy Ameri- ignated as a National Historic Landmark. This ential leader by serving as America’s Road can’s favorite pastime, serving as assistant premier historical site will serve as a host for Team Captain in 2005, the driver representa- coach of the Dunn All-Stars for the past 12 the year-long celebration to remember the tive on the CDL Advisory Committee in Wash- years. most prominent surgeon west of the Alleghe- ington, DC, and as a participant in the 2007 Madam Speaker, Neil Emory exemplifies nies in the early 19th century. National Conference of State Legislatures dedication, leadership and commitment. As a f Summit. He has spoken with the public and former county commissioner, I am proud to colleagues about the importance of improving honor the career of Neil A. Emory today. I ask HONORING RYAN PATRICK highway safety and has addressed numerous all of my colleagues to join my wife, Faye, and WILLIAMS groups including legislators and school chil- me in celebrating his 28 years of service to dren. Harnett County and to the State of North HON. SAM GRAVES Congratulations and best wishes for contin- Carolina. OF MISSOURI ued success to David May for maintaining f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES such high standards and encouraging others to do the same. This remarkable accomplish- IN HONOR OF DR. EPHRAIM Monday, September 29, 2008 ment should inspire us all to pursue our goals MCDOWELL Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly with devoted persistence. pause to recognize Ryan Patrick Williams of f HON. BEN CHANDLER Platte City, Missouri. Ryan is a very special OF KENTUCKY A TRIBUTE TO NEIL A. EMORY young man who has exemplified the finest IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES qualities of citizenship and leadership by tak- Monday, September 29, 2008 ing an active part in the Boy Scouts of Amer- HON. BOB ETHERIDGE ica, Troop 1419, and earning the most pres- OF NORTH CAROLINA Mr. CHANDLER. Madam Speaker, Dr. tigious award of Eagle Scout. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ephraim McDowell, the Father of Abdominal Ryan has been very active with his troop, Monday, September 29, 2008 Surgery, is one of the most well-known Ken- tuckians and physicians in American history. participating in many Scout activities. Over the Mr. ETHERIDGE. Madam Speaker, I rise During a year-long celebration continuing many years Ryan has been involved with today to recognize the long service of Mr. Neil through the end of 2009, Danville, Kentucky Scouting, he has not only earned numerous A. Emory to Harnett County, North Carolina. and the Sixth Congressional District will cele- merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- On October 31, 2008, he will retire as County brate Dr. McDowell’s contributions to the field ily, peers, and community. Manager, capping a public service career that of medicine. Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join spans three decades. Mr. Emory began his Originally born in Virginia in 1771, Dr. me in commending Ryan Patrick Williams for tenure as one of the longest serving County McDowell’s father, Samuel McDowell, served his accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of Managers in Harnett County history 15 years in the Virginia House of Burgesses. He was America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- ago and has been serving the citizens of sent to Central Kentucky when Ephraim was ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. North Carolina for nearly 28 years. 11 to serve as one of the first land court f Mr. Emory is a native son of Weaverville, judges in the County of Kentucky. HONORING DIWALI North Carolina. He attended Appalachian Dr. McDowell received his early education in State University where he graduated with a Danville and then returned to Virginia to study Bachelor of Arts degree in Local Government medicine under Dr. Alexander Humphries. HON. PETER J. ROSKAM Administration and went on to earn his Master Recognizing his great talent, Dr. Humphries OF ILLINOIS of Arts degree in Political Science with a con- encouraged him to travel to the University of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES centration in Public Administration. Edinburgh, the seat of medical learning at the Monday, September 29, 2008 Neil Emory’s innovative leadership and time. He studied there for two years, returning unique vision have benefited Harnett County to Danville in 1795. Mr. ROSKAM. Madam Speaker, I rise today in innumerable ways. Mr. Emory oversaw a In December of 1802, Dr. McDowell married to acknowledge the celebration of Diwali, the period of tremendous growth in Harnett Coun- Sarah Hart Shelby, daughter of the first gov- ‘‘Festival of Lights.’’ ty resulting from the expansion of nearby Fort ernor of Kentucky, Isaac Shelby. They had It is during this time that the Hindu people Bragg, leading up to and continuing through nine children, five of whom lived to adulthood. celebrate their heritage with festivals, fire- the Defense Base Closure and Realignment On Christmas Day in 1809, Dr. McDowell works, and worship. Commission process. His greatest accomplish- performed the world’s first successful ovarian I would like to acknowledge the thousands ments have been the many improvements to surgery. Mrs. Jane Todd Crawford, a 46-year- of Hindus in my Congressional District and county infrastructure; the construction of a old Green County housewife, had been told by their valuable contributions to our community new county courthouse; the construction of other physicians that she was pregnant with as citizens of strong faith, families with deep new schools and the restructuring of the com- twins. Using no anesthesia, Dr. McDowell re- cultural roots, and business leaders of un- munity college system; the expansion of emer- moved a twenty-two and one-half pound matched work ethic and ingenuity. gency services; and an extensive update to tumor. Mrs. Crawford recovered in 25 days Diwali marks the Hindu commitments to the county mapping system. He accomplished and lived for 32 more years, to the age of 78. faith, peace, family and heritage. all of this by working across party lines and Throughout his career, Dr. McDowell per- Madam Speaker and Distinguished Col- through sound long-range planning. I remem- formed many other surgeries, including one on leagues, please join me in acknowledging the ber working together in the aftermath of Hurri- future United States president, James K. Polk, celebration of Diwali and wishing the Hindu cane Fran to address the needs of Harnett who traveled from Tennessee to Kentucky for people of Illinois’ Sixth Congressional District County’s ailing communities. Dr. McDowell’s expertise. a peaceful holiday.

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My legislation would add Monday, September 29, 2008 today in honor of the innovative students at St. commonsense enhancements to FMLA. Ms. WOOLSEY. Madam Speaker, I rise Catharine’s Academy in the Bronx, NY, who In 1997, this legislative measure was sup- today along with my colleague, Congressman have dedicated their time to raising awareness ported by President Bill Clinton. In February 1997, President Clinton said, ‘‘I call upon Con- MIKE THOMPSON, to recognize and honor Tim of the plight of women in the Democratic Re- gress to expand the family leave law to give Smith, who is retiring after serving for 20 public of Congo (DRC). Earlier this year, students at St. Catharine’s parents an additional 24 hours of unpaid leave years on the Sonoma County Board of Super- Academy read a magazine article about the each year to take a child or an elderly relative visors. Upon his retirement, Supervisor Smith conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo to a regular doctor’s appointment or to attend will have earned the distinction of being the and the various humanitarian issues facing parent-teacher conferences at school. In so longest continuously serving supervisor in the women in the country. St. Catharine’s Acad- doing, we’ll make our families stronger and county’s history. emy is a unique all-girls school that strives to our workers more productive, building the kind Supervisor Smith began his service to our teach its students responsibility, compassion, of country and economy we all want for our country as a Navy radioman in Vietnam. When social justice, collaboration and concern for children.’’ he returned from Vietnam, he attended women’s issues. The students brainstormed On behalf of America’s families, I urge my Sonoma State University, where he graduated and mobilized efforts to address the humani- fellow colleagues to join me in support of the with a B.A. in Political Science in 1976. tarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of Family and Medical Leave Enhancement Act. Congo. They organized fundraising bake sales Shortly thereafter, he joined the staff of f to send money to Panzi Hospital in the DRC, State Assemblyman Doug Bosco and contin- a hospital dedicated to treating women who SUNSET MEMORIAL ued as his district director when the Assembly- are survivors of rape and abuse. Through their man was elected to the U.S. House of Rep- efforts, the students raised $5,600 to send to HON. TRENT FRANKS resentatives. Panzi Hospital, which continues to treat over OF ARIZONA Supervisor Smith was elected to the Board 60,000 women a year. The students furthered IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in 1988. As Supervisor, he provided con- their efforts to mobilize the student body by Monday, September 29, 2008 stituent services to 95,000 people in the Third creating a video highlighting obstacles faced District. The Board also sets the policy direc- by women in the DRC for the school’s annual Mr. FRANKS of Arizona. Madam Speaker, I stand once again before this House with yet tion for the $700 million annual budget and international show. another Sunset Memorial. 3,500 county employees, works extensively Madam Speaker and colleagues, please join It is September 29, 2008 in the land of the with the legislative delegation on legislative me in honor of the students of St. Catharine’s free and the home of the brave, and before and regulatory issues and serves on many re- Academy for their work on raising awareness of the plight of women in the Democratic Re- the sun set today in America, almost 4,000 gional and local agencies, commissions and more defenseless unborn children were killed boards. public of Congo and in recognition of their contributions to their community, their vision by abortion on demand. That’s just today, Mr. Just a few of these agencies, commissions and their innovation. May their efforts serve as Speaker. That’s more than the number of in- and boards include the Sonoma County Agri- an example for all of us to follow. nocent lives lost on September 11 in this cultural Preservation and Open Space District, f country, only it happens every day. the National Association of Counties, the Cali- It has now been exactly 13,034 days since fornia Association of Counties, the Association THE INTRODUCTION OF THE FAM- the tragedy called Roe v. Wade was first of Bay Area Governments, the Sonoma Coun- ILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE EN- handed down. Since then, the very foundation ty Community Development Commission and HANCEMENT ACT of this Nation has been stained by the blood the Bay Area Air Quality Management District. of almost 50 million of its own children. Some HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of them, Madam Speaker, cried and screamed In his spare time, he has been a volunteer, as they died, but because it was amniotic fluid advocate or fundraiser for many nonprofit or- OF NEW YORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES passing over the vocal cords instead of air, we ganizations, including the Volunteer Center, couldn’t hear them. United Way, Day of Caring, the Hate Free Monday, September 29, 2008 All of them had at least four things in com- Community Project, the Valley of the Moon Mrs. MALONEY of New York. Madam mon. First, they were each just little babies Children’s Home, the Heart Association and Speaker, over fifteen years ago, President who had done nothing wrong to anyone, and the Sonoma County Climate Protection Cam- Clinton signed into law the Family and Medical each one of them died a nameless and lonely paign. Leave Act (PL 103–3), legislation that allows death. And each one of their mothers, whether Supervisor Smith intends to spend his well employees to take time off from work to care she realizes it or not, will never be quite the earned leisure time traveling with his wife, Su- for a new baby or sick family member. Be- same. And all the gifts that these children zanne, enjoying his hobbies of golf and fly cause of this landmark legislation, millions of might have brought to humanity are now lost fishing, and spending more time with his three Americans have been able to take unpaid forever. Yet even in the glare of such tragedy, children and five grandchildren. leave without the risk of losing their jobs. this generation still clings to a blind, invincible Today, I am introducing the Family and ignorance while history repeats itself and our Madam Speaker, Supervisor Smith leaves a Medical Leave Enhancement Act. Building own silent genocide mercilessly annihilates the distinguished record of public service and a upon the success of the 1993 Family and most helpless of all victims, those yet unborn. lasting reputation as a problem solver who al- Medical Leave Act, FMLA, this legislation Madam Speaker, perhaps it’s time for those ways had the best interests of the people of would allow more people to benefit from FMLA of us in this Chamber to remind ourselves of Sonoma County in mind as he worked on their by allowing employees in companies with why we are really all here. Thomas Jefferson behalf. We will miss our partnership with him more than 25 employees to take Family and said, ‘‘The care of human life and its happi- but know he will continue to be a strong advo- Medical Leave and would extend employee ness and not its destruction is the chief and cate for his community. It is appropriate that leave for workers to meet their family’s needs. only object of good government.’’ The phrase we honor and acknowledge him today for his The legislation includes 24 hours of leave in the 14th Amendment capsulizes our entire lifetime of public service. (during any 12-month period) for parents and Constitution. It says, ‘‘No State shall deprive

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any person of life, liberty or property without Requesting Member: DENNY REHBERG, H.R. Design Engineering: 250 due process of law.’’ Madam Speaker, pro- 2638. Human Systems Integration: 50 tecting the lives of our innocent citizens and The Bill Number: H.R. 2638. Production Engineering: 100 their constitutional rights is why we are all The Account: RTD&E, Army. Production 15 Systems, Plus Spares/Com- here. Project: Mariah II Hypersonic Wind Tunnel ponents: 375 The bedrock foundation of this Republic is Development. Design and Fabrication Ruggedized SIMP the clarion declaration of the self-evident truth Amount: $3,200,000. containers: 25 that all human beings are created equal and The entity to receive funding for this project System Test Support: 25 endowed by their Creator with the unalienable is MSE Technology Applications, located at Refurbishment and Repair: 25 rights of life, liberty and the pursuit of happi- 200 Technology Way, Butte, MT 59701. The Knowledge Management, System (KMS), ness. Every conflict and battle our Nation has funding would be used for continued develop- data entry, customized access/retrieval, and ever faced can be traced to our commitment ment of a true air hypersonic wind tunnel. system development: 250 to this core, self-evident truth. BUDGET $ Total in 000s: 1,600 It has made us the beacon of hope for the Task 1: Project Management. Task 5: Electron Beam Energy Addition entire world. Madam Speaker, it is who we This task includes program management, Technology. are. reporting, Risk management, ES&H, and This task includes energy generation devel- And yet today another day has passed, and Quality. opment; energy transport development, energy we in this body have failed again to honor that Estimated Cost: $500,000. deposition technology development, and ther- foundational commitment. We have failed our Task 2: Technology Integration. mal & fluid Mechanics E-Beam/Fluid inter- sworn oath and our God-given responsibility This task includes technology and system action development. as we broke faith with nearly 4,000 more inno- integration, development of the overall Tech- Estimated Cost: $500,000. cent American babies who died today without nology Development Plan, preparation of top- Task 6: Throat and Nozzle Survivability. This task includes thermal and fluid me- the protection we should have given them. ical reports on technologies to be developed, So Madam Speaker, let me conclude this and technology advocacy. chanics throat/Nozzle survivability, heat pro- Sunset Memorial in the hope that perhaps Estimated Cost: $350,000. tection analysis, Model development, valida- someone new who heard it tonight will finally Task 3: Facility Development. tion and training. embrace the truth that abortion really does kill This task includes the development of test- Estimated Cost: $500,000. Requesting Member: DENNY REHBERG, H.R. little babies; that it hurts mothers in ways that ing facilities at various levels. This includes 2638. we can never express; and that 13,034 days Ultra-high pressure test facility development, The Bill Number: H.R. 2638. spent killing nearly 50 million unborn children pilot plant development and MSHWT develop- ment. The Account: RTD&E, Navy. in America is enough; and that it is time that Project: Supportability Training Services In- we stood up together again, and remembered Estimated Cost: $400,000. Task 4: Gas Supply System Technology. frastructure. that we are the same America that rejected Amount: $1,600,000. human slavery and marched into Europe to ar- This task includes gland seal development, cross bore/check valve development/flow start- The entity to receive funding for this project rest the Nazi Holocaust; and we are still cou- is Advanced Acoustic Concepts, located at rageous and compassionate enough to find a ing valve development, storage heater devel- opment, seal ring/clamp seal development, co- 910 Technology Blvd., Suite A, Bozeman, better way for mothers and their unborn ba- Montana 59718. The funding would be used bies than abortion on demand. axial flow manifold development and gas sup- ply system dynamic analysis. for the development of system design and Madam Speaker, as we consider the plight software for the supportability data manage- of unborn America tonight, may we each re- Estimated Cost: $950,000. Continue development and evaluation of ment system. mind ourselves that our own days in this sun- adaptable ‘‘Data Management’’ network inter- BUDGET shine of life are also numbered and that all too operability services based on emerging com- FY09 Development and Testing Timeline, soon each one of us will walk from these mercial communications technologies and Date, FY09 Estimate (AAC/MSU), and Notes: Chambers for the very last time. Milestone Demo 1 FY09—Initiate efforts to And if it should be that this Congress is al- technology developed by MSU. integrate sensors, data, control systems, lowed to convene on yet another day to come, To: 12/10, Production (LRP) delivery system weapons and platforms into the Supportability may that be the day when we finally hear the to Navy platforms—Development Location: System, From: 10/08 To: 10/09, $600,000, De- cries of innocent unborn children. May that be AAC, MT Operations and U.S. Navy Test Plat- velopment Location; AAC, MT Operations and the day when we find the humanity, the cour- form. Requesting Member: DENNY REHBERG, H.R. U.S. Navy Test Platform. age, and the will to embrace together our 2638. Milestone Demo 2 FY09/FY10—Dem- human and our constitutional duty to protect The Bill Number: H.R. 2638. onstrate operation effectiveness, From: 10/09 these, the least of our tiny, little American The Account: RTD&E, Navy (MC). To; 04/10, $500,000, Full-scale development brothers and sisters from this murderous Project: Marine Expeditionary Rifle Squad— demonstration showing all the capabilities of scourge upon our Nation called abortion on Sensor Integrated, Modular Protection, Com- the Supportability system. Development Loca- demand. bat Helmet (MERS–SIMP). tion: AAC, MT Operations and U.S. Navy Test It is September 29, 2008, 13,034 days since Amount: $1,600,000. Platform. Roe versus Wade first stained the foundation The entity to receive funding for this project Milestone 3—FY09/FY10, From 04/10, of this Nation with the blood of its own chil- is Western Computer Services, Inc., located at $500,000, Initial ‘‘Limited’’ Rate. dren; this in the land of the free and the home 648 North Jackson, Helena, MT, 59601. The Requesting Member: DENNY REHBERG, H.R. of the brave. funding would be used for the development of 2638. f single system that incorporates communica- The Bill Number: H.R. 2638. EARMARK DECLARATION tions, protection, and sensors for a combat The Account: RTD&E, Air Force. helmet. Project: Watchkeeper. HON. DENNIS R. REHBERG BUDGET Amount: $800,000. Contract Award. The entity to receive funding for this project OF MONTANA is General Atomics, located at 1899 Pennsyl- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Design Engineering (30 Days). Production Engineering (60 Days). vania Ave., Suite 300, Washington DC. The Monday, September 29, 2008 Production of 15 Sensor Integrated, Modular funding would be used by multiple Montana Mr. REHBERG. Madam Speaker, pursuant Protection (SIMP/Prototype) Systems. subcontractors to focus on technologies for to the Republican Leadership standards on Includes ordering of components, unique completion of motion sensing radar with day/ earmarks, I am submitting the following infor- component fabrication, system build and test. night video capture and transmission capa- mation for publication in the CONGRESSIONAL (180 Days) User Testing (30 days) Refur- bility. RECORD regarding earmarks I received as part bishment and final delivery (60 Days). BUDGET of H.R. 2638, the Department of Homeland COST BREAKDOWN The final RDT&E phase/segment requires Security Appropriations Act of 2008. Program Management: 500 completion of the system software, downsizing

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$(M) 2Q FY09 3Q FY09 4Q FY09 1Q FY10 Subtotals

Labor ...... 1.0 0.8 0.85 0.9 3.55 Materials and Services ...... 1.1 0.6 0.5 0.6 2.8 Admin...... 0.175 0.15 0.15 0.175 0.65 Subtotals ...... 2.275 1.55 1.5 1.675 7.0 (Total) Note: Budget is based off the original request of $7 millionh and will be adjusted proportionally to the secured earmark of $800,000.

EARMARK DECLARATION Description of Request: Provide an earmark tional Black Leadership Commission on AIDS. of $750,000 for Predisaster Mitigation for the In this article Ms. Fields rightly expresses her HON. RON LEWIS County of Taylor. The regional industrial park frustration over the increased number of HIV/ OF KENTUCKY attracts businesses to the Campbellsville/Tay- AIDS infections in African-American commu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lor County area. The park faces significant nities. The infection rate for African-Americans water problems and is in need of earthwork to is seven times higher than Whites and is dis- Monday, September 29, 2008 control erosion as well as storm water man- proportionately higher than any other racial or Mr. LEWIS of Kentucky. Madam Speaker, agement assistance. This request is consistent ethnic group in the U.S. pursuant to the Republican Leadership stand- with the intended and authorized purpose of With new information from the Centers for ards on earmarks, I am submitting the fol- the Federal Emergency Management Agency Disease Control and Prevention report that lowing information for publication in the CON- account. The Executive Director of the Camp- was released at the International AIDS Con- GRESSIONAL RECORD regarding earmarks I re- bellsville/Taylor County Industrial Development ference in Mexico City, I ask my colleagues to ceived as part of H.R. 2638, the Consolidated Authority has certified that as the requesting stand with me to take a stronger stand against Security, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing entity it will provide matching funds of 5% or this epidemic in our own country. It is inexcus- Appropriations Act, 2009. more above the statutory requirements. The able that with the funding and resources that Requesting Member: Congressman RON committee report language incorrectly stated we have that the HIV/AIDS cases in the U.S. LEWIS that the funds would go to the City of Taylors- have risen over the past three decades. Bill Number: H.R. 2638 ville, KY and not the requested location of the Through the President’s Emergency Plan for Account: OM, A County of Taylor, KY. AIDS Relief, PEPFAR, the U.S. has spent 19 Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Fort Knox f billion dollars on the initiative to fight HIV/AIDS Address of Requesting Entity: 127 6th Ave. abroad. In addition to PEPFAR we need to es- Ste 202, Fort Knox, KY, USA HONORING JESSE DAKODA JEPSEN tablish a plan that would include adequate Description of Request: Provide an earmark funding and resources to assist with preven- of $2,320,000 for roof removal and replace- HON. SAM GRAVES tion, education, and treatment to help combat ment at Fort Knox, U.S. Army instillation. The OF MISSOURI this epidemic here at home. roofs on six barracks that house soldiers at IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Madam Speaker, it is time for us to openly Fort Knox are in need of being replaced or re- Monday, September 29, 2008 address this issue that is affecting so many in- paired. This project request has the support of dividuals and their families across our great the Fort Knox Garrison Command and would Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly country. repair the roofs on buildings 1479, 1480, pause to recognize Jesse Dakoda Jepsen of OUTRAGED BY AIDS EPIDEMIC 2371, 2376, 2377, 2378, 2379, 2381. Kearney, Missouri. Jesse is a very special (By C. Virginia Fields) Requesting Member: Congressman RON young man who has exemplified the finest I was not shocked by facts I learned at the LEWIS qualities of citizenship and leadership by tak- recent International AIDS Conference, but I Bill Number: H.R. 2638 ing an active part in the Boy Scouts of Amer- was outraged—outraged that, three decades Account: RDTE, A ica, Troop 1397, and earning the most pres- into this epidemic, we are still seeing the Legal Name of Requesting Entity: tigious award of Eagle Scout. kind of numbers we’re seeing in terms of Owensboro Medical Health System Jesse has been very active with his troop, AIDS’ impact on the black community. Address of Requesting Entity: 811 East Par- participating in many scout activities. Over the At the Conference, which was held Aug. 3– rish Ave., Owensboro, KY, USA many years Jesse has been involved with 8 in Mexico City, delegates learned that the Description of Request: Provide an earmark scouting, he has not only earned numerous Centers for Disease Control and Prevention of $2,000,000 for plant-based vaccine re- is now estimating the number of AIDS cases merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- to be much higher than originally thought. search at the Mitchell Memorial Cancer Cen- ily, peers, and community. Using more precise methodology, the agency ter. The Owensboro Medical Health System Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join now says there were 56,300 new HIV infec- and the University of Louisville have partnered me in commending Jesse Dakoda Jepsen for tions in the United States in 2006 rather than to place university researchers in hospital labs his accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of the 40,000 previously estimated. to further explore plant-based technologies. America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- With many problems, the black commu- Research at the facility has already begun to ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. nity is hit harder than the population as a whole, and AIDS is no different—in fact, this create significant achievements by using the f proteins from tobacco to create potential life- trend is greatly accentuated with AIDS. The CDC found that the infection rate for Afri- saving vaccines. This request is consistent SUPPORT OF OUTRAGE OVER HIV/ AIDS EPIDEMIC IN THE UNITED can-Americans was seven times higher than with the intended and authorized purpose of whites. Almost 25,000 new cases of HIV were Army RDTE. As certified by the Owensboro STATES measured for blacks in the reporting period. Medical Health System, the organization will The new numbers ‘‘confirm that blacks are provide at least 5% in matching funds. HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL more heavily and disproportionately affected Requesting Member: Congressman RON OF NEW YORK by HIV than any other racial/ethnic group in the U.S.,’’ the CDC reported. LEWIS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Bill Number: H.R. 2638 AIDS is the leading cause of death for Monday, September 29, 2008 black women between the ages of 25 and 34. Account: FEMA New York is a leader in the country in Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Heartland Mr. RANGEL. Madam Speaker, I rise today many areas and this is one of the unfortu- Commerce and Tech Park to express my support of the September 12, nate ones. The cumulative number of AIDS Address of Requesting Entity: 107 W. 2008 article, ‘‘Outraged by AIDS Epidemic’’ by cases in this state was more than 177,000 Broadway, Campbellsville, KY, USA Virginia Fields, president and CEO of the Na- through 2006, according to CDC statistics.

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In received for her innovations to learning, which Department, the college’s Shone Farm, inter- fact, when it comes to dealing with AIDS, expand the classroom into the community and national education, as well as Community Out- the government seems to think it’s more of around the world. Some of her special innova- reach and Development. a crisis overseas than at home. tions to learning include creatively integrating During his tenure at SRJC, he helped estab- The President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS the Internet and notebook computers into aca- lish the Agriculture and Natural Resources De- Relief (PEPFAR) funnels resources to 15 demic environments, forming team-based and partment and the college farm. He also ex- countries with high rates of AIDS. While service-learning experiences and also fos- panded course offerings to more than 50 sites that is needed, what about our own citizens? There is no program to target resources with tering international education through student throughout Sonoma County, created a study PEPFAR-like intensity at home. This is de- and faculty exchange programs and devel- abroad program for SRJC students, and de- spite the fact that, according to a recent re- oping the International Information Technology veloped an educational telecommunications port by the Black AIDS Institute, black Student Conference. program at the college. Americans, if they were a separate country, Northern Michigan University in the Upper Throughout his career, Dean Olson has would have higher rates of HIV/AIDS than Peninsula is committed to the high-quality, vi- been an active participant in many profes- many of the third world countries the gov- sionary teaching that Sandra Poindexter em- sional associations, serving as Vice President ernment targets for help. bodies and this special award celebrates her of the California Agricultural Teachers Asso- One of the priorities of the National Black Leadership Commission on AIDS is bringing many contributions to the academic world. ciation, CATA, President of the North Coast about a national AIDS strategy. This Madam Speaker, as Sandra Poindexter ac- CATA, founding Chairman of the State Advi- emerged from a conclave NBLCA facilitated cepts the honor of being named Michigan’s sory Committee on Vocational Agricultural last October that was co-chaired by Rev. Cal- Professor of the Year, I ask that you and the Education, a member of the California Joint vin Butts, pastor of the Abyssinian Baptist entire U.S. House of Representatives join with Policy Council on Higher Education in Agri- Church in New York, and Bishop T.D. Jakes, me in congratulating her on this momentous culture, President of the California Agricultural pastor of the Potter’s House in Dallas. occasion. Teachers like her are always appre- Leadership Associates, and co-chair of the The strategy would set goals and time- ciated and I thank her for her contributions to Northern California Advocates for Global Edu- tables and identify needed resources. It education. would make sure the 10 agencies that admin- cation. His involvement in his community has ister AIDS programs coordinate and commu- f also extended to numerous non-profit organi- zations including the Sonoma County Farm nicate with one another. In short, it would HONORING RAMADAN be a road map about how we respond to the Bureau, the Sonoma County 4–H Foundation, AIDS epidemic in the United States. Chair of the Rotary Club of Santa Rosa Foun- The United States requires countries that HON. PETER J. ROSKAM dation, and Director of the Sonoma County receive help under PEPFAR to have such a OF ILLINOIS Harvest Fair among others. strategy yet the United States itself does IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Over the years, Dean Olson has been rec- not have one. More than ironic, that’s tragic. The impact AIDS is having on our citizens, Monday, September 29, 2008 ognized for his many accomplishments with especially those in the black community, is Mr. ROSKAM. Madam Speaker, I rise today such honors as the Friend of 4–H Award, the alarming—and it’s getting worse. If we don’t to acknowledge Ramadan, the Muslim holy Rotarian of the Year Award for Northern Cali- mobilize now and make sure that we’re at- month of introspection, fasting and spiritual re- fornia, the Friend of Sonoma County Agri- tacking this disease with as much energy, re- newal. culture Award and the Harold D. Bostock Life- sources and intelligence as we can muster, time of Service Rotary Award. we will someday wonder how we let such a Throughout the entire 9th month of the Is- lamic calendar year, Muslims demonstrate Madam Speaker, Dean Olson has had a disaster happen. long and distinguished career where he has Despite all the bad news, there can be their devotion by fasting from sunrise until hope. I came away from the International sunset. The month of Ramadan is also an im- been a model for his community and his pro- AIDS Conference encouraged that we are de- portant time for Muslim families and commu- fession. He plans to spend his retirement termined as never before to fight the disease. nities as they join together in expression of years with his wife, Elaine, and their 6 grand- I came away from the conference—and I their devotion. children pursuing their many hobbies. It is ap- think many of my fellow delegates from all Many Muslims use this time to seek phys- propriate at this time that we honor Dean over the world did, too—much more com- ical and spiritual renewal. In fact, more than Olson for his many accomplishments and wish mitted to this cause. 25,000 Muslims in my Congressional District him well in his retirement. f observe this celebration to mark their stead- f HONORING SANDRA POINDEXTER fast commitments to faith, family and heritage. CONGRATULATING THE RECIPI- ON BEING NAMED MICHIGAN’S Madam Speaker and Distinguished Col- ENTS OF THE 2008 CHESTER PROFESSOR OF THE YEAR leagues, please join me in acknowledging the COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDA- celebration of the month of Ramadan and TION LEGACY AWARDS wishing Muslims a peaceful holiday. HON. BART STUPAK f OF MICHICAN HON. JIM GERLACH IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HONORING THE WORK OF DEAN OF PENNSYLVANIA STEVEN OLSON Monday, September 29, 2008 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. STUPAK. Madam Speaker, I rise to rec- HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY Monday, September 29, 2008 ognize Sandra Poindexter of Marquette, Michi- OF CALIFORNIA Mr. GERLACH. Madam Speaker, I rise gan. Professor Poindexter has been named today to congratulate the recipients of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Michigan’s Professor of the Year and I ask 2008 Chester County Community Foundation that you, Madam Speaker, and the entire U.S. Monday, September 29, 2008 Legacy Awards. House of Representatives, join me in honoring Ms. WOOLSEY. Madam Speaker, I rise The Foundation annually recognizes mem- her for this accomplishment. today along with my colleague, Congressman bers of the community who embody its mis- Sandra Poindexter, who teaches information MIKE THOMPSON, to recognize Steve Olson, sion of making Chester County, Pennsylvania systems at Northern Michigan University, has who has recently retired as Dean of Occupa- a vibrant place to live, work and raise a family. been recognized as Distinguished Professor of tional Education and Economic Development The following awards will be presented to the Year by the presidents of Michigan’s 15 at Santa Rosa Junior College, SRJC. those who have exhibited exceptional chari- public universities. She is being honored for Dean Olson began his career as a Plant table commitment and dedicated community her sustained commitment to creating and in- Science Instructor at SRJC in 1970, and was involvement:

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Featherman, III, Esq. of West Monday, September 29, 2008 Diego Chemical Library Screening Center’’, Chester will receive the Door Opener Award one of 5 such centers nationwide). The IIDC for introducing prospective endowment fund Mr. BILBRAY. Madam Speaker, I submit the will continue its well-funded studies of the donors to the Community Foundation; and the following: most likely agents of bioterrorism, including West Chester University Relay for Life Student Requesting Member: Congressman BRIAN anthrax (Bacillus anthracis), smallpox (Variola Committee will receive the Youth Philanthropy BILBRAY. virus), and plague (Yersinia pestis); but it will Award. Bill Number:H.R. 2638, Consolidated Secu- also expand its focus to the study of emerging The Community Foundation will honor the rity, Disaster Assistance, and continuing Ap- diseases such as SARS, West Nile and Den- contributions these recipients have made to propriations Act, 2009. gue Viruses, as well as preparing counter- the community during the Annual Meeting and Account: RDT&E, Army. measures to treat a possible influenza pan- Legacy Awards Ceremony, Tuesday, October Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Burnham demic—should avian flu strain H5Nl gain the 14, 2008, in Philips Auditorium on the campus Institute for Medical Research. ability to transmit directly from person to per- of West Chester University. Address of Requesting Entity: 10901 North son. Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, CA 92037. A major new focus of the IIDC will be to un- me in saluting all of the recipients for these Description of Request: Recent world events derstand and exploit host responses to infec- well-deserved awards and commending them have made abundantly clear the need for a tion. Human cells provide the never-ending for giving so much of themselves while serving deeper understanding of the molecular and backdrop in a contest between host-defense others and building a better Chester County. cellular mechanisms employed by bacterial molecules and pathogen virulence factors that and viral pathogens that would facilitate the seek to subvert the host’s innate and adaptive f design of countermeasures to weaponized bio- immune responses. Identifying the players and logical agents such as anthrax, ricin, smallpox mechanisms of the natural host responses, INTRODUCTION TO H.O.P.E. virus, botulinum toxin or plague bacteria. Addi- many of which are common to a broad range tionally, as evidenced by the ever-present of infections, may provide novel (host-tar- HON. LUIS V. GUTIERREZ threat of viral pandemics and the relentless geted) leads for broad-spectrum therapeutics, OF ILLINOIS rise of antibiotic-resistance, there is a clear the exciting possibility of naturally boosting in- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and urgent need for the development of new nate immunity, as well as the discovery of families of therapeutic agents—antibiotics, Monday, September 29, 2008 novel adjuvants for vaccine design. Vaccine vaccines, antitoxins and antivirals. Given the technology has developed little in the past 50 Mr. GUTIERREZ. Madam Speaker, I rise large and growing number of recalcitrant years. A high priority will therefore be the de- today to announce the introduction of my bill, pathogens, the most useful new therapeutics velopment of novel vaccine methodologies the H.O.P.E. resolution of 2008: Honoring Or- are likely to have broad-spectrum efficacy; to which employ robust single-chain antigen-ad- ganizers for Promoting Equality. target immutable elements of the pathogen or juvant combinations that facilitate rapid pro- In every community across our Nation, the host; to be rapidly adaptable in the face of duction and modification in the face of engi- contributions of community organizers are natural or engineered variants; and to be neered or mutant pathogens. woven into the fabric of our history. They have physically robust. The IIDC is well positioned in that it already worked to ignite movements such as the Un- To assist the United States Army in pro- has much of the infrastructure in place to gen- derground Railroad, farm laborers’ rights, civil tecting our soldiers against these growing erate novel therapeutic leads; shortly, with the rights, and women’s suffrage. Today, commu- threats, I secured $2.4 million for the Infec- opening of our new facility in Orlando, FL we nity organizers in my own city of Chicago fight tious & Inflammatory Disease Center (IIDC) at will have the additional capability of devel- for improved housing, adult literacy initiatives, the Burnham Institute for Medical Research, oping these leads through medicinal chemistry equal access to quality healthcare, and fair which will build on its studies of diseases that and pharmacology to phase I trials, the latter and just immigration laws. result from a broad range of human patho- in collaboration with our clinical partners in As citizens of the United States—a country gens. The work will define and characterize Florida. founded on the principles of freedom and jus- host responses to infection, including innate Additional funding made possible through tice—we should not discredit the serious and and adaptive immunity and inflammation, pro- this process to the IIDC will enable the expan- historic responsibilities of community orga- viding a molecular understanding of host- sion of our Center into a number of critical nizers. I believe that there is no greater re- pathogen interactions. Over the next ten areas. Priorities include recruitment of new sponsibility than standing up to injustice. years, many antibiotics currently prescribed to faculty members and their programs working The men and women who followed in the treat bacterial infections will no longer be ef- in the fields of innate immunity, microbiology, footsteps of Ce´sar Cha´vez and were com- fective owing to microbial resistance. Drug-re- and medicinal chemistry. Recruitment into mitted to speak out for the voiceless, who saw sistant strains of some pathogens, such as the these currently underrepresented areas within the work of Jane Addams and decided to bacteria that cause tuberculosis, and MRSA, our Center will complement our existing exper- champion an unpopular cause, or who heard have already appeared. Several deadly viral tise and further expedite the development of the words of Dr. Martin Luther King and chose agents have also emerged, threatening both novel therapeutics. to stand firm against the status quo—these our soldiers in the battlefield as well as large Leveraged Funds—Based on the Burnham men and women know where true power lies. civilian populations; and, except for some vac- Institute for Medical Research’s past success- In educating and encouraging others to reject cines, few treatments for viral infections exist ful record of leveraging seed funds, we esti- injustice and to demand change, organizers to date. mate that $3 million for additional scientists create better communities and a better country With regard to infectious diseases, a major through this request will result in $30 million in for us all. goal of the IIDC is to discover, characterize additional grant funding for the next 10 years Madam Speaker, let me conclude with these and validate novel virulence factors and toxins at the BIMR. words from Thomas Jefferson: ‘‘Enlighten the from infectious agents, working closely with Current/Future/Matching Funding—Private people, generally, and tyranny and oppres- our bioinformatics group who annotate (at- philanthropy for the San Diego, CA area has sions of body and mind will vanish like spirits tempt to assign function based on the DNA contributed to the current research work ongo- at the dawn of day.’’ Community organizers sequence) the rapidly expanding number of ing at Burnham’s IIDC. Since BIMR scientists play an integral role in empowering people of pathogen genome sequences. These com- started focusing on the important area of re- every faith, gender, race, ethnicity, and sexual bined studies facilitate the discovery of novel search, the IIDC has secured nearly orientation, and their efforts are worthy of but conserved pathways that may be validated $40,000,000 in competitive federal grants from more than a punch line. as targets for broad-spectrum antibiotics. a number of sources including the DoD and

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The goal of Fugitive Safe Surrender is to re- Area Schools in the United States Congress. this year through funding opportunities avail- duce the risk to law enforcement officers who I wish Pocahontas Elementary continued aca- able from the DoD and the NIAID. pursue fugitives, to the neighborhoods and demic excellence as they provide a positive f communities where they hide, and to the fugi- impact on future generations to come. tives themselves. Authorized by Congress in f TRIBUTE TO PETER AND BETSY July 2006, it is believed to be the first program LOWE FOR RECEIVING THE 2008 of its kind in the Nation. HONORING THE BUCKS COUNTY ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION AWARD In Detroit, Michigan, where the majority of BAR ASSOCIATION my constituents reside, Fugitive Safe Sur- HON. ROBERT E. (BUD) CRAMER, JR. render took place in June 2008, under the HON. PATRICK J. MURPHY OF ALABAMA leadership of Robert M. Grubbs, United States OF PENNSYLVANIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Marshal for the Eastern District of Michigan. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Over the course of the four-day surrender pe- Monday, September 29, 2008 Monday, September 29, 2008 riod, more than 6,500 individuals with out- Mr. CRAMER. Madam Speaker, it is with standing warrants took advantage of the op- Mr. PATRICK J. MURPHY of Pennsylvania. great honor that I rise today to congratulate portunity to surrender to law enforcement and Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the Bar my friends, Mr. and Mrs. Peter L. Lowe, Sr. of help pave the way for a more successful fu- Association of Bucks County for its 125 years Huntsville, Alabama, for receiving the 2008 Ar- ture for themselves and their families. The of service and dedication to the legal profes- thritis Foundation Humanitarian Award. This credit for this outstanding success goes to the sionals of Bucks County. In 1683, William award is given annually to the person or per- many city workers, judges, prosecutors, attor- Penn established the first courts in the county, sons in the Huntsville community who displays neys, clerks, and community leaders who con- holding an orphan’s and common pleas court exemplary community leadership. The Lowes tributed their time, efforts and leadership to in Falls Township, Pennsylvania. Twenty five are distinguished community advocates and administering the program. I am proud to sa- years later, in 1708, Bucks County appointed civic volunteers who have given countless lute the leadership of Dr. Edgar Vann, pastor its first Deputy Attorney General. In 1812 the hours to numerous community and state-wide of Second Ebeneezer Church, who allowed first ‘‘old’’ courthouse was built, followed by organizations and boards. the Marshals Service to use his beautiful facil- the second ‘‘old’’ courthouse in 1877. This Peter and Betsy Lowe have led efforts to ity and who devoted countless hours to men- second courthouse was demolished in 1960 to nurture the cultural development of our region. toring government officials and fugitives during construct the courthouse we still use today. Together they serve as co-Chairs of the the process. In 1853, seventeen attorneys formed an or- Huntsville Museum of Art’s ‘‘Masterpiece in This brilliant initiative was conceived by ganization of legal practitioners, creating the the Making’’ Capital Campaign which is cur- Peter J. Elliott, United States Marshal for the Association of the Bar of Bucks County. The rently raising $11 million for improvements to Northern District of Ohio, after the death of organization was incorporated in 1883 and the museum’s existing facilities and an endow- Cleveland Police Officer Wayne Leon at the had grown to 40 members. They worked then, ment for the museum’s long-term financial sta- hands of a wanted fugitive. He believes that as they do now, to improve the welfare of the bility. In addition to her service to the Hunts- ‘‘desperate people commit desperate acts.’’ judicial system, the courts, the administration ville Museum of Art, Betsy has volunteered as Marshal Elliot has helped lead the program in of justice and service to the public. a board member at the Huntsville Hospital ten cities and has been urged by mayors from Now with more than 700 members, the Foundation, the University of Alabama Hunts- across the country to implement the program Bucks County Bar Association has made huge ville Foundation, the Alabama Heritage Foun- in their cities. As the Chairman of the House advancements. It now has its own legal jour- dation and many other distinguished organiza- Judiciary Committee, I applaud Marshal Elliot nal, the Bucks County Law Report. They also tions. for his courage to ‘think outside the box,’ and have established a lawyer referral program, Peter Lowe serves as the president of GW his leadership in pairing law enforcement with Legal Aid Society, and mock trial and law day Jones & Sons Consulting Engineers, Inc., a communities in an amazingly successful effort programs. What once consisted of just 40 highly regarded Huntsville company that spe- to apprehend fugitives while giving thousands members now has 30 committees within the cializes in real estate development, sales and of individuals a second chance at life. organization. The Bar Association of Bucks appraisals. The Lowes are members of the f County has come a long way since it was in- First United Methodist Church of Huntsville corporated over 100 years ago. and have three children and five grand- TRIBUTE TO POCAHONTAS AREA Madam Speaker, please join me in cele- children. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL brating the 125th Anniversary of the Bucks Madam Speaker, the leadership and dedica- County Bar Association and its service and tion of Peter and Betsy should serve as a HON. TOM LATHAM dedication to the residents and legal profes- model for others to follow. On behalf of the OF IOWA sionals of Bucks County. people of North Alabama, I congratulate them IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f for being named the 2008 Arthritis Foundation Monday, September 29, 2008 Humanitarian Award recipient. HONORING ALPENA, MICHIGAN’S STATE RUNNER-UP GIRLS’ SOFT- f Mr. LATHAM. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the excellence in education in the BALL TEAM FUGITIVE SAFE SURRENDER Fourth Congressional District of Iowa, and to specifically congratulate Pocahontas Area Ele- HON. BART STUPAK HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. mentary School in Pocahontas, Iowa, for mak- OF MICHIGAN OF MICHIGAN ing the list of the 2008 No Child Left Behind, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Blue Ribbon Schools. The No Child Left Behind-Blue Ribbon Monday, September 29, 2008 Monday, September 29, 2008 Schools Program honors public and private el- Mr. STUPAK. Madam Speaker, I rise to rec- Mr. CONYERS. Madam Speaker, I rise ementary, middle, and high schools that are ognize the players and coaches of the Alpena today to applaud the efforts of the United either academically superior or that dem- High School girls’ softball team. They were States Marshals Service for its pioneering pro- onstrate dramatic gains in student achieve- Michigan state runner-up champs for high gram to encourage hundreds and thousands ment. Pocahontas Area Elementary School school girls’ softball in Division I play and I ask of individuals wanted for non-violent felony or scored in the top 10 percent in Iowa with at that you, Madam Speaker, and the entire U.S. misdemeanor crimes to voluntarily surrender least 40 percent of their students from dis- House of Representatives, join me in honoring to the law in a faith-based or other neutral set- advantaged backgrounds. the outstanding Alpena Wildcats.

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Roger Brown served from 1983 intimidation.’’ If we are serious about Taiwan’s at the district tournament, the Alpena High to 1989, followed by Torn Wagner from 1989 security, we must continue to permit the judi- School girls’ softball team finally broke away to 2000 and Cynthia Melody from 2000 to the cious sale of defesive weapons to our key ally. from that barrier and made it all the way to the present. State final in which they finished second. Their Over the years, the SCMA has made nu- H. Res. 6646 provides a framework for hard-fought advancement to the State Final is merous contributions to the health of Sonoma maintaining peace and stability across the Tai- a source of great pride not only to the softball County. In 1962, the SCMA coordinated a wan Strait by requiring the administration to team and high school, but also for the Alpena ‘‘Knock Out Polio’’ campaign that resulted in consult with Congress regarding its arms community as a whole. 92.3 percent of the county’s population being transfer policy. I applaud the passage of this This championship run was a defIning mo- immunized. From the mid-1970s to the late much-needed legislation. ment in girls’ softball for the Alpena area. 1990s, the SCMA created several other affili- Head Coach Paul Marwede was quoted as ated companies that helped increase medical f saying ‘‘I’ve been proud of these kids from day services to county residents, including the one . . . I will be proud of them for the rest Specialty Physicians Association and the Chil- HONORING BILLY JIM VAUGHN of my life.’’ What this girls’ softball team ac- dren’s Health Network. And, in 2000, the complished was extraordinarily special and will SCMA returned to its roots as a selfsustaining; always be remembered for years to come. non-profit county medical association sup- HON. MARSHA BLACKBURN I wish to congratulate each of the players porting physicians and their efforts to enhance OF TENNESSEE and coaches on a memorable season. These the health of the community. players and coaches include: Rachel Gebauer, Madam Speaker, the SMCA has a long his- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Aubrey Kowalski, Kursten Paczkowski, Leah tory of assisting physicians practicing in Monday, September 29, 2008 Cox, Nikki Preuss, Alyssa Smith, and Rachel Sonoma County and of preserving the well Brown, Allison Keen, Brandy Lancewicz, Kayla being of county residents. It is appropriate that Mrs. BLACKBURN. Madam Speaker, I ask Paczkowski, Katie Prevo, Leah Ventimiglia, we honor this distinguished organization and my colleagues to join me in congratulating Head Coach Paul Marwede, assistant coaches its members for their past accomplishments Billy Jim Vaughn as the Brentwood Rotary Jason Barbeau, Louie Hoppe, Brittney Kirk- and wish them well as they continue to work Club will present him with this year’s Commu- wood and Christin Sobeck and trainer Brad on behalf of the physicians and residents of nity Service Award on October 17, 2008. Nash. Sonoma County. For 73 years, Billy Jim Vaughn has served Madam Speaker, as the Alpena High School f girls’ softball team celebrates a memorable as Scoutmaster for Troop 1, thought to be the season and a second-place finish, I ask that U.S. TAIWAN RELATIONS oldest continuous Boy Scout troop in the you and the entire U.S. House of Representa- United States. With his love for nature, ath- tives join with me in congratulating them on HON. SCOTT GARRETT letics, and above all other people, Billy Jim this extraordinary accomplishment. This truly OF NEW JERSEY has been a part of Troop 1 B.S.A., as a scout is a time in these young women’s lives that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and leader, for a total of 82 years. With the they will never forget. Monday, September 29, 2008 pride of a father, Billy Jim has inspired count- f less young men through scouting by providing Mr. GARRETT of New Jersey. Madam RECOGNIZING THE SONOMA COUN- the direction, purpose, leadership and team- Speaker, I am pleased that the House recently work skills needed to develop into strong indi- TY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION OF considered and passed H.R. 6646, a bill that SONOMA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA viduals and community leaders. The entire would require the Secretary of State to provide Brentwood community holds Billy Jim in the HON. MIKE THOMPSON Congress with detailed briefings on any recent highest respect, and as a result of his dedica- discussions conducted between the United tion, the Billy Jim Campership Fund for Needy OF CALIFORNIA States Government and the Government of Scouts was established in his name. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Taiwan and any potential transfer of defense Monday, September 29, 2008 articles or defense services to the Government Billy Jim’s immeasurable impact on the Mr. THOMPSON of California. Madam of Taiwan. community is not limited to the world of scout- Speaker, I rise today along with my colleague, I was proud to cosponsor this legislation, ing, however. During World War II, Billy Jim Congresswoman LYNN WOOLSEY, to honor and which I hope will end a reported freeze on served in the U.S. Navy Medical Corps, and acknowledge the Sonoma County Medical As- arms sales to Taiwan. The U.S. and Taiwan he has developed a long record of service to sociation, SCMA. The SCMA will celebrate its have enjoyed a positive economic and political the Nashville and Brentwood communities 150th anniversary on November 11, 2008. relationship for several decades and it is our since that time. At Brentwood United Meth- Recently discovered documents place the duty to make defense articles available to our odist Church, Billy Jim has taught 9th grade first call to organize the forerunner to the allies, especially in the Asia Pacific region. Sunday School for the past 54 years. Addition- SCMA on Apri1 10, 1858, with the creation of The U.S. Taiwan Relations Act states in ally, he has served on the boards of directors a constitution and by-laws. The group went Section 2(b)(5) that ‘‘it is the policy of the for American Red Cross, Hemophilia Founda- through at least 2 subsequent reorganizations, United States to provide Taiwan with arms of tion, and YMCA, among others. He worked at the latter being in 1888, which had long been a defensive character.’’ The same Act speci- the United Methodist Publishing House for 44 considered by medical historians to be the fies in Section 3(b) that Congress has a role years, and with Randstad Staffing Services for original founding date of the organization. in determining the defensive needs of Taiwan. 30 years. He served as president of the Na- From 1888 to 1910 the Sonoma County Furthermore, Section 3(b) also states that any tional Association of Purchasing Managers, Medical Society, as it was then called, held determination ‘‘shall include review by United and has been recognized numerous times for monthly meetings around such topics as ‘‘The States military authorities in connection with his contributions to the business community. Emotions in Their Relationship to Disease’’ recommendations to the President and the and ‘‘Bubonic Plague: Keeping it Out of Congress.’’ Yet the administration has not re- Billy Jim Vaughn has set an example of Sonoma County.’’ In 1906, the association ported any recommendations to Congress nor service, leadership, caring, I and civic partici- elected its first woman president, Dr. Anabel explained why arms sales to Taiwan have pation that all would do well to follow. Madam Stuart. During both World Wars, 29 percent of been delayed. Since Taiwan’s legislature Speaker, I congratulate Billy Jim Vaughn on the medical society’s membership served our passed its arms budget last year, further inac- this well-deserved award, and ask my col- country in uniform. tion by the administration is unnecessary. leagues to join me in celebrating his accom- Since 1951, the SCMA has had only 5 full- As twenty-four Members and I wrote in a plishments. We congratulate Billy Jim and his time administrators or executive directors. Jo- letter to President Bush on July 31, ‘‘A secure family on this wonderful occasion.

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Madam Speaker, I submit the $27.0 million ‘‘Unfunded Requirement’’ to pro- cost and improve the performance of many of following: vide, ‘‘modernized clothing and equipment that the desired SiC devices. Superlattice nano- Requesting Member: Congressman ROBIN is more effective, lighter and more durable to technology will form the structure for the next HAYES. support the warfighter in austere environments dimension in RF electronics (Radar, EW, com- Bill Number: H.R. 2638 Consolidated Secu- that have been identified in the Global War on munications), radiation hard electronics (sat- rity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Ap- Terrorism.’’ The Clothing and Flame Resistant ellite, special use), and power conditioning propriations Act, 2009. Organizational Gear (FROG) program (includ- electronics (DEW, electromagnetic gun), ena- Account: Defense-Wide, RDTE. ing the Fire Resistant Desert Combat Jacket) bling performance levels unachievable with to- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Partner- has been funded to meet the Marine Corps’ day’s technology. Request $5.0 million be ship for Defense Innovation (Defense Security flame resistant apparel requirements with added to the President’s FY09 Budget Re- Technology Acclerator). products like the Acclimate Flame Resistant quest to continue development of silicon car- Address of Requesting Entity: 455 Ramsey High Performance Base Layers. A $1.6 million bide (SiC) Superlattice Nanotechnology. A $2 Street, Fayetteville NC 28301. add was included in the final bill. million add was included in the final bill. Description of Request: The Partnership for Requesting Member: Congressman ROBIN Requesting Member: Congressman ROBIN Defense Innovation received an authorization HAYES. HAYES. for $3 million for an expansion of the PDI Spe- Bill Number: H.R. 2638 Consolidated Secu- Bill Number: H.R. 2638 Consolidated Secu- cial Operations Forces Wireless Testbed by rity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Ap- rity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Ap- establishing a testing and evaluation assess- propriations Act, 2009. propriations Act, 2009. ment center. This added capability will provide Account: OPN Budget Activity 01, Line #19, Account: Defense-Wide, RDT & E. rapid testing and assessment, modeling and Items Less than $5 million. Legal Name of Requesting Entity: United simulation, software verification, validation and Legal Name of Requesting Entity: IMO Protective Technologies. accreditation, strategic analysis and con- Pump. Address of Requesting Entity: United Pro- sulting, and provides built out laboratories and Address of Requesting Entity: 1710 Airport tective Technologies (UPT) 4600 H Lebanon equipment bays designed for technical testing Road, Monroe, NC, USA. Road, Charlotte, NC 28227 and their Locust, and assessment. Capabilities will include an Description of Request: Provide an author- North Carolina facility. indoor high-bay for vehicle modification and ization of $4 million for the procurement and Description of Request: Provide a $2 million testing, a radio frequency testing chamber for installation of Canned Lube Pumps (CLP) on authorization for Non-Hazardous Infrared Anti- evaluation of communications equipment, and four LSD–41/49 Class amphibious ships. This Reflective Coatings for Army Aircraft Sensors. environmental testing chambers designed to funding will purchase 16 CLP units to com- An alternative coating to extend the service test and assess the temperature and humidity plete the LSD–41 class. Approximately, life of expensive and critical infrared range impact on equipment. USSOCOM requires $400,000 is for technical support for installa- sensor windows is now available. This coating testing and assessment of emerging tech- tion; $2.8M for the CLP units and installation; presents none of the health or environmental nologies in net-centric operations. USSOCOM $600,000 for battle spares; $200,000 for proto impacts found in other currently used Anti-re- is facing a convergence of factors constraining type ship board test for LHD class. The Navy flective coatings. Prototype examples and military bandwidth. The reliance on the vast has indicated that the total savings over the early stage data of this new capability have amount and types of data that the net-centric life of the LSD 41/49 class from installing the been presented to the US Army and have re- warrior requires for computing, communica- CLP is over $33.1 million and the return in- ceived very positive feedback. Key features in- tion, command & control, intelligence and sur- vestment to the Navy is 394 percent. This clude unprecedented environment stability, veillance is challenging. These different types funding will complete the procurement and in- and excellent abrasion and erosion protection. of data are collected from a plethora of dif- stallation of the Whidbey Island Class. A $2 This coating may also be used on both flat ferent sources and sensor types, which rely on million add was included in the final bill for this windows and on dome-shaped configurations. different data transfer protocols that can affect project. This coating will increase the survivability of the size of the files and thus bandwidth de- Requesting Member: Congressman ROBIN sensor windows and reduce cost of ownership mands. The Lab will continue to problem-solve HAYES. through an increase in operation life and per- these issues while providing a proximate test Bill Number: H.R. 2638 Consolidated Secu- formance. Army provided Cost/Benefit analysis bed for just-intime new product tests and eval- rity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Ap- shows that the windows of the AH64 Targeting uations on WiFi battlefield solutions. A $2 mil- propriations Act, 2009. Sensor Array (TADS/PNVS) are currently lion add for this request was included in the Account: Defense-Wide, RDT & E. demonstrating a Mean Time between Un- final bill. Legal Name of Requesting Entity: University scheduled Removal of 5031 (PNVS) and 5495 Requesting Member: Congressman ROBIN of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC) and (TADS) flight hours. With the current Oper- HAYES. Northrup Grumman. ational Tempo AH–64’s can be expected to fly Bill Number: H.R. 2638 Consolidated Secu- Address of Requesting Entity: UNC—Char- approximately 100,000 flight hours per year rity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Ap- lotte Campus in Charlotte, NC is the location (total fleet). Based on the damage seen on re- propriations Act, 2009. of performance (where the work will be done): moved windows, a conservative estimate is Account: Operations & Maintenance, Marine University of North Carolina—Charlotte, 9201 that this coating will cut unscheduled removals Corps, Operating Forces. University City Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28223 and by 50 percent, saving $418,000/year for the Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Long- Northrup Grumman, 7323 Aviation Blvd, Mail Apache Airframe. Other Army airframes could worth Industries. Stop 1105, Baltimore, MD 21040 show a savings amounting to an additional Address of Requesting Entity: 480 E. Main Description of Request: Provide a $3 million $800,000 annually. $1.2 million was included Street, Candor, NC 27229. authorization for Superlattice Nanotechnology in the final bill for this project. Description of Request: Provide an author- research for the Department of Defense to be Requesting Member: Congressman ROBIN ization of $5,000,000 for Acclimate Flame Re- performed at UNC—Charlotte. Most of today’s HAYES. sistant High Performance Base Layers. Accli- compound semiconductor devices made from Bill Number: H.R. 2638 Consolidated Secu- mate flame resistant high performance base silicon (Si) and silicon germanium (SiGe) have rity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Ap- layers are designed to provide an increased high power capabilities, but are limited by de- propriations Act, 2009. degree of protection against potential expo- fect density and other factors affecting yield, Account: RDT&E, Navy. sure to heat and flame of a short duration. In cost and performance. One of the most prom- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Combat a flash fire situation, Acclimate flame resistant ising new materials is SiC, which is used to Displays, Inc.

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Current indications are that this complete chemical agent protection, elimi- plays for vertical lift systems and will be done pace will continue for the foreseeable future. nating the logistics burden of the current filter, in conjunction with the Center for Vertical Lift These mobilizations have a significant effect and providing drastic life cycle cost savings. Excellence, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS), on our families and children. One of the most $1 million was included in the final bill for this Cherry Point, NC in support of technology to vital lessons learned is that they experience project. benefit our military aviators. This request is this impact not only during the deployment, Requesting Member: Congressman ROBIN consistent with the intended and authorized but prior to and especially after the service HAYES. purpose of the Navy RDT&E account. A $4 member returns. Family Assistance Centers Bill Number: H.R. 2638 Consolidated Secu- million add was included in the final bill. (FACs) provide essential support and services rity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Ap- Requesting Member: Congressman ROBIN to families of members of the NCNG and of all propriations Act, 2009. HAYES. the other Armed Services. These services Account: RDTE, DW. Bill Number: H.R. 2638 Consolidated Secu- could include counseling, health care informa- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Concur- rity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Ap- tion, financial advice, employer support, legal rent Technologies Corporation (CTC). propriations Act, 2009. support and guidance, crisis referral, commu- Address of Requesting Entity: Concurrent Account: Other Procurement, Army. nity outreach, veteran affairs and more. Unlike Technologies Corporation 150 Rowan Street, Legal Name of Requesting Entity: North the active component, NCNG families are not Suite 206 Fayetteville, NC 28301–4920. Carolina National Guard for the 30th Heavy geographically centered near installations like Description of Request: Request $5 million Brigade Combat Team (30th HBCT). Fort Bragg, Seymour Johnson or Camp for Technology Infusion Cell (TIC). Under di- Address of Requesting Entity: North Caro- Lejeune, all of which provide these services to rection of U.S. Special Operations Command lina National Guard Joint Forces Head- their members. Instead, NCNG families are (USSOCOM) Program Manager Special Oper- quarters, Raleigh, NC and the SAASM GPS spread throughout the state and in most cases ations Technology Development (SOTD), pro- retrofit work will be done by Aerospace Com- cannot get to these installations on a routine vide deploying and deployed forces with ultra- munications Division, 2193 Anchor Court, basis or without some hardship. Establishing F responsive, independent evaluation, applied Thousand Oaks, CA 91320. ACs across the state allows the NCNG to pro- research, rapid prototype development and Description of Request: Requested $1 mil- vide consistent and continuous vital support time sensitive critical information; compart- lion to procure up to 200 Embedded SAAMS and services to the families of members of the mented as required. The Technology Infusion cards for installation on 30th Heavy Brigade NCNG and the Armed Services. Funding this Cell serves as an ultra-responsive resource, Combat Team (HBCT) radios before deploy- program will significantly reduce the impact on tied to academia, science/industry to meet ment to Iraq. The 30th HCBT NCARNG has families and will directly contribute to sus- unique Special Operations Forces unit require- been alerted for deployment to Iraq in second taining a strong North Carolina National ments and share concepts and information quarter FY09. This will be the second tour for Guard. $1.6 million was included in the final with DoD organizations and rapid deployment the unit. The BCT has about 3500 men and bill for this project. forces. The Technology Infusion Cell serves women from the North Carolina National Requesting Member: Congressman ROBIN as an ultra-responsive resource, tied to aca- Guard, roughly a quarter of the total North HAYES. demia, science/industry to meet unique Spe- Carolina National Guard. Many of the mem- Bill Number: H.R. 2638 Consolidated Secu- cial Operations Forces unit requirements and bers of the unit will be conducting operations rity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Ap- share concepts and information with DoD or- directly against insurgent forces. Installation of propriations Act, 2009. ganizations and rapid deployment forces. $1 the Embedded SAAMS system into the exist- Account: RDTE, DW. million was included in the final bill for this ing radios of the 30th HBCT will provide the Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Parker project. ground commander with increased situational Domnick Hunter (domnick hunter, Inc. A Divi- Requesting Member: Congressman ROBIN awareness during operations, which will in- sion of Parker). HAYES. crease ground troop effectiveness and de- Address of Requesting Entity: 5900–B Bill Number: H.R. 2638 Consolidated Secu- creasing the risk of fratricide. The 30th HBCT Northwoods Parkway Charlotte, NC 28269. rity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Ap- are set to deploy to the AOR for the second Description of Request: Request $2 million propriations Act, 2009. time since 9/11 and this increased capability forNano Porous Hollow Fiber Regenerative Account: RDTE, A. request will not be taken care of by the Army Chemical Filter. Funding would complete live Legal Name of Requesting Entity: INI Power before they depart. This request will enable agent chemical testing of a nano porous hol- Systems. these North Carolina Guardsmen to be fully low fiber regenerative chemical filter and Address of Requesting Entity: 175 Southport equipped for their deployment. This is a one evaluate incorporation of this breakthrough Drive Morrisville, NC 27560. time request to pay for the radio upgrade with technology into an Individual, Self-Cleaning, Description of Request: Request Soldier SAASM GPS card. $800,000 was included in Protective Mask. This program meets the mili- Portable Power Pack (SP3) for the 21st Cen- the final bill for this project. tary requirement to effectively protect the tury Warrior Sophisticated technologies that Requesting Member: Congressman ROBIN warfighter from the full range of chemical and support modem military communications and HAYES. biological agents. Current Individual Protection weaponry are revolutionizing strategic and tac- Bill Number: H.R. 2638 Consolidated Secu- Equipment, provided to warfighters and first tical combat operations around the world, but rity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Ap- responders for protection against chemical are also creating unprecedented demands for propriations Act, 2009. and biological weapons, has significant short- portable power. Advancements in tele- Account: OM, ARNG. comings including limited chemical protection communications and electronic weaponry are Legal Name of Requesting Entity: North ability and a significant logistics tail. The U.S. critical to a dismounted soldier’s ability to le- Carolina National Guard. Army and Defense Threat Reduction Agency verage portable electronic equipment including Address of Requesting Entity: North Caro- have made the development of novel tech- laptops, GPS, night vision goggles, 2-way ra- lina National Guard, North Carolina National nologies for use in advanced Individual Pro- dios, laser-designators, chemical sensors, and Guard Joint Forces Headquarters, Raleigh, tective mask applications a priority objective. other network equipment. The soldier’s tech- NC. Nano porous hollow fiber filter is one such nological edge is rendered ineffective though Description of Request: ARNG Soldier/Fam- breakthrough technology. The hollow fiber fil- without equally portable and sustainable ily Support: NCNG Family Assistance Center ter requires very little energy to operate (10– power sources. Currently, primary batteries— Pilot Program—Request $2M to establish a 20 watts vs. 8 kilowatts for a 50 cubic ft/min. based on 1960s technology—provide the ma- pilot project in North Carolina of geographi- unit), is lightweight (15 lbs. vs. 150 lbs. for a jority of portable DC power for the dismounted cally disbursed Family Assistance Centers that 50 CFM unit), and has a self cleaning capa- soldier; major drawbacks are added weight, will support the families of deployed service bility. Initial chemical testing confirms protec- low power density and limited functionality. For members living in rural areas and locations tion ability. Further live agent testing in a U.S. example, in a typical 72 hour mission, up to

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The ever growing power demands Bill Number: H.R. 2638 Consolidated Secu- pany located in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. for the soldier’s electronic gear aggravate this rity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Ap- Recently, the magazine Business Week high- dilemma and as today’s soldier becomes in- propriations Act, 2009. lighted how Mr. Yost’s no-frills management creasingly networked on the battlefield, port- Account: RDTE, AF. style has helped the company thrive. able DC power sources must provide much Legal Name of Requesting Entity: The At a time when the lavish perks of Wall higher energy density than current state-of- Timken Company. Street executives grab all the headlines, the the-art batteries are providing. The SP3 is also Address of Requesting Entity: P.O. Box 693, Business Week article noted that Mr. Yost an- Canton, OH 44706–0930. eco-friendly; byproducts are water and CO2 swers his own phone at the office, flies econ- and a 25W system operating continuously pro- Description of Request: Request $2.4 million omy class and limits his power lunches to a on for Hybrid Bearings. Standard aerospace duces 5X less CO2 than a soldier breathing in turkey hoagie with provolone cheese from a that same span. INI Power Systems proposes bearings are not adequate for the demands of local deli. In addition, the article stated that to build and field test, over a two year period, Joint Strike Fighter engine, or many of our ex- Mr. Yost’s salary is a fraction of his peers in twenty five (25) of its prototype SP3 power isting engines with the new requirements the industry, while the company’s profit mar- systems for Army soldier portable applications. placed on the weapons platforms, as well as gins exceed those of its competitors. The systems are designed to meet the specific continued high usage In extreme conditions. Although Mr. Yost is diligent about holding power, weight and reliability requirements As a result, the Air Force has been working down expenses, he does not shy away from needed for demanding military operations. The with industry to develop an improved bearing investing in the company. That is evident by 25 watt power pack, engineered for commu- that is tough, corrosion resistant and can tol- the $100 million dedicated over the next three nication and weapon system applications, erate the high speeds and temperatures of the to five years to improve customer service combines methanol—a high energy density expanding mission requirements. The purpose technology and the $400 million used for en- and logistically friendly liquid fuel—with INI of the project is to develop a high speed bear- hancements to company distribution centers, Power System’s revolutionary direct methanol ing for aerospace applications that will provide the article stated. Laminar Flow Fuel Cell (LFFC®) technology. exceptional hot hardness, exceptional fatigue Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join Hybridized with readily available lithium ion life, exceptional wear resistance, and excep- me in saluting David Yost for his exemplary batteries, INI’s portable power systems yield tional fracture toughness. Defense applications leadership and for putting the interests of his instant and continuous power for mission crit- would include the JSF main shaft bearing ap- company, his customers and his employees ical needs and functionality well beyond what plication, as well as other weapons platforms first. We also offer Mr. Yost and is capable with batteries alone. The INI power or devices requiring high speed bearings. $1.6 AmerisourceBergen best wishes and contin- system, weighing just over 3 pounds (1.5 kg), million was included in the final bill for this ued success in the future. project. is designed to provide continuous power for [Business Week] Requesting Member: Congressman ROBIN 72 hours through the simple exchange of 8 oz AMERISOURCEBERGEN’S SCRIMP-AND-SAVE HAYES. fuel cartridges (each weighing less than 0.5 AVE Bill Number: H.R. 2638 Consolidated Secu- D pounds) yet providing 10 hours of constant rity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Ap- (By Aili McConnon) power per cartridge even at full power load. propriations Act, 2009. R. David Yost is acutely aware of tougher $1.7 million was included in the final bill for Account: RDTE, A. times ahead for his customers. Consumers this project. Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Alliant are cutting back on prescription drugs to save money and retailers are struggling with Requesting Member: Congressman ROBIN Techsystems (ATK). HAYES. less demand. But the AmerisourceBergen Address of Requesting Entity: 1215 South chief isn’t worried. The balance sheet of the Bill Number: H.R. 2638 Consolidated Secu- Clark Street Suite 1510, Arlington, VA 22202. rity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Ap- drug distributor, which acts as a middleman Description of Request: Request $7.4 million between drugmakers and retailers, is strong. propriations Act, 2009. for Individual Airburst Weapon System (IA Besides, Yost has been tightening his belt for Account: RDTE, A. WS). The Individual Automatic Weapons Sys- years. Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Sierra tem (IAWS) is a 25mm shoulder-fired weapon Even in an industry known for its razor- Monolithics. that provides the U.S. infantryman—for the thin margins, Yost is remarkably cheap. He Address of Requesting Entity: 103 West first time in a direct fire weapon—the ability to answers his own phone, flies economy class, Torrance Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA. and rarely strays beyond a shortie turkey defeat enemy combatants in defilade and con- Description of Request: Request $5 million hoagie with provolone from the local deli cealed positions. The system includes the rifle, for Advanced Radar Transceiver IC Develop- near his sterile industrial park headquarters target acquisition and fire control component, ment. This project was funded for $800K in FY in Valley Forge, Pa. Yost, 61, admits that his and 25mm high explosive precision air burst- 2008 and is currently being used in the dem- $66.1 billion company could absorb the cost ing (HEAB) munitions. The program currently of getting him extra secretarial help and a onstration of the Digital Array Radar program. is in ACTD, with several weapons systems more comfortable seat on planes, but that’s This application allows multiple frequencies to having been delivered for demonstration. Addi- not the point. ‘‘The leader is very important be scanned simultaneously and allows radar tional funding is needed to continue develop- in controlling business costs,’’ says Yost, beams to be independently operated from the whose headquarters lobby is decorated with ment, and in particular to provide sufficient same platform. The net result is better target plastic plants to save on watering. weapons systems and associated ammunition tracking, more time on target, higher prob- While Yost’s zeal to cut costs may strike and test support for a complete user ‘‘field as- ability of detection and better utilization of the some as absurd, his efforts have helped sessment’’ needed to qualify the system. $1 Amerisource thrive. And he thinks the cur- asset. The FY08 funding allows two items, use million was included in the final bill for this rent credit crisis won’t swing the company of the existing commercial IP to demonstrate project. off course. Not only has Amerisource held its feasibility and basic architecture of the digital own against rivals McKesson (MCK) and Car- f section of the RFIC. To realize the complete dinal Health (CAH), but leaner operations potential of this technology the program needs RECOGNIZING MR. DAVID YOST have helped it grow revenues 8% this year to be fully funded to allow complete circuit de- while the broader industry is growing half as sign integration, fabrication and test for the HON. JIM GERLACH fast. In the last quarter, Amerisource profits RFIC. In particular a piece of IP must be de- increased by 30%, excluding one-time sales; OF PENNSYLVANIA McKesson’s and Cardinal’s were up 8% and veloped to modify the frequency control of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 13%, respectively. Yost’s total paycheck last commercial chip to one suitable for radar ap- Monday, September 29, 2008 year (including stock options) was $4.8 mil- plications. This program leverages consider- lion, less than half that of Cardinal’s CEO able commercial IP to gain a substantial gain Mr. GERLACH. Madam Speaker, I rise and barely a sixth of McKesson’s chief. ‘‘He for the government. The U.S. government today to honor a southeastern Pennsylvania is not flamboyant or flashy,’’ says Banc of

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As a result, all of the U.S. leader of Buddhism. watch the bottom line as his customers Federal circuit courts that have considered the Buddhism is the world’s fourth largest reli- struggle to stay competitive. Amerisource constitutionality of the DBE program since the gion after Christianity, Islam and Hinduism, relies heavily on smaller, independent chains end of the Adarand litigation have found the with over 6 million Buddhists in the United that are fast being gobbled by big players, statute and corresponding Federal regulations States and 360 million adherents of Buddhism who may have contracts with the distribu- to be constitutional. world-wide. H.H. Dorje Chang Buddha IlI, A tor’s rivals. But Yost predicts volume will The bottom line is that, despite the asser- Treasury of True Buddha-Dharma, is a book pick up over the long term. ‘‘The older we tions of some critics, the DBE and ACDBE that contains testimonies and affirmations get, the more drugs we take,’’ says Yost, set- through written proclamations in accordance tling comfortably into a 1970s-era plaid chair programs remain necessary. Discrimination (the weathered green leather chair at his against minority and women business owners with Buddhist traditions in recognizing the pri- desk, which he inherited from the previous continues to plague airport-related industries mordial Dorje Chang Buddha. CEO when he took over in 1997, looks like a in both the traditional contracting arena and in Copies of H.H. Dorje Chang Buddha III, A yard sale find). the concessions context. Here in Congress, Treasury of True Buddha-Dharma were pre- George Barrett, the CEO of Cardinal’s drug we see the academic and statistical evidence sented to the Library of Congress at a special distribution arm, says that what matters in and we hear the stories of business owners ceremony I attended with many other Mem- a leader isn’t frugality but foresight. ‘‘I that confront discrimination. We know that the bers of Congress and Buddhist Dharma Kings don’t want our people to see me as cheap but evidence is compelling and abundant. For in- and Rinpoches from around the world. The instead very efficient and cognizant of the book was provided to every Member of Con- environment in which we compete,’’ says stance, disparity studies have been conducted Barrett. But Yost insists he can be all those across this Nation make clear that minority gress as a reference source and is being things. While he pays competitive salaries to and women owned businesses receive far placed in all Buddhist Temples and public li- attract talent, he allows employees to fly fewer contract dollars than we would expect in braries by The International Buddhism Sangha business class only if they pay for an up- a discrimination-free market. Each disparity Association, a nonprofit organization grade themselves. And they must book 30 study is a little bit different, but most of them headquartered in San Francisco, CA. days in advance to get the best price. Yost is contain both statistical and anecdotal evidence Master Wan Ko Ye, who was born in also investing more than $100 million over Sichuan, China, is now a permanent resident the next three to five years to improve cus- of the ongoing existence of discrimination. When these studies are considered as a of the United States and resides in California. tomer service technology, and he paid $400 Like many in the history of our country, he million to spruce up company distribution group the results couldn’t be clearer: discrimi- centers and consolidate operations. nation continues to be a problem for African- came with his wife and two children, to this land where there is greater opportunity and THE PAYOFF American, Hispanic-American, Asian-American and Native American business owners and for freedom to teach and practice religion. Master Of course, new technology also brings new Yee, who is preparing to become a citizen of ways to save money. Plant employees now women business owners. This is true in every wear wrist bands connected to a thimble de- airport-related industry and in every comer of the United States, stated, ‘‘The American peo- vice on their finger that uses an infrared our Nation. ple are kind and noble. People can freely be- laser that reads the bar code of what they Earlier this month, Don O’Bannon, chair of lieve in religion in the United States, a country unload or pick up. Workers who move more the Airport Minority Advisory Council, AMAC, that is spiritually wealthy, powerful and product than average receive bonuses for the testified in the Senate about the discrimination blessed.’’ time they’ve saved the company. It is not my intention by this statement to that airport-related businesses confront. His If that sounds Orwellian to some, Yost endorse one religion or religious leader over testimony revealed the severity of the bias that doesn’t much care. While the Amerisource another. Rather I rise to congratulate Master minority and women owned airport-related chief may not be eager to spend a buck, he Yee for his many years of selflessly contrib- certainly knows the value a dollar holds for businesses continue to confront. At that same uting to relieving the suffering of human others. Amerisource has returned more than hearing Mr. O’Bannon also submitted to the beings, furthering world peace and promoting a third of its free cash flow to shareholders record a few of the many disparity studies that spiritual enlightenment through his teachings for the last two years and used the rest for have documented discrimination in airport con- core acquisitions. ‘‘The landscape is littered of Buddhism. I join his peers in recognizing tracting with statistical evidence. While these with companies that think they can do a lot Master Wan Ko Yee as the true incarnation of studies, from Dallas, Texas, the State of Mary- of businesses well,’’ says Yost, adding that the primordial Buddha and commend him for land, Denver, Colorado, Phoenix, Arizona, he no longer trots out the cliche ‘‘stick to his outstanding contributions to his community, Nashville, Tennessee and Broward County, our knitting’’ because he fears it makes him his new country, his religion and all human sound stodgy. ‘‘We’re focused on knitting Florida, represent only a fraction of the airport- beings throughout the world. faster, better, and more creatively than any- related studies that have been conducted, one else.’’ they all tell the same story: discrimination still f f makes it impossible for our Nation’s minority HONORING COREY ALAN STORTS and women owned businesses to contribute DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS fully to our national economy. ENTERPRISE HON. SAM GRAVES Madam Speaker, I am pleased to support OF MISSOURI the continuation of the DBE and ACDBE pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON gram and look forward to working with my col- Monday, September 29, 2008 OF TEXAS leagues to strengthening and improving these IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES programs in the months ahead. Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Corey Alan Storts of Lee’s Monday, September 29, 2008 f Summit, Missouri. Corey is a very special Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. TRIBUTE TO MASTER WAN KO YEE young man who has exemplified the finest Madam Speaker, I rise to address the Dis- qualities of citizenship and leadership by tak- advantaged Business Enterprise, DBE, and HON. CORRINE BROWN ing an active part in the Boy Scouts of Amer- the Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Busi- OF FLORIDA ica, Troop 1362, and earning the most pres- ness Enterprise, ACDBE, programs that are IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tigious award of Eagle Scout. vitally important components of the aviation Corey has been very active with his troop, programs we are extending today. These pro- Monday, September 29, 2008 participating in many Scout activities. Over the grams are aimed at remedying discrimination Ms. CORRINE BROWN of Florida. Madam many years Corey has been involved with to ensure that all American businesses have a Speaker, I rise to congratulate Master Wan Ko Scouting, he has not only earned numerous fair chance to participate in the business op- Yee, a permanent resident of the United merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- portunities available at our Nation’s airports. States, on the occasion of the publication of ily, peers, and community.

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Do- f measurement tools to industries across the mestic violence is a problem that does not dis- globe allowing them to efficiently and safely criminate by race, gender, age group, edu- RECOGNIZING THE NELSON FAM- manufacture their products. cation, or social status and its plague wreaks ILY OF COMPANIES OF SONOMA, MEECO has played an important role as a havoc on our increasingly-stressed healthcare CALIFORNIA small business in our Bucks County commu- network, our over-flowing criminal justice sys- nity and the world. They employ more than 3 tem, and our day-to-day life within our commu- HON. MIKE THOMPSON dozen hardworking people from the Bucks nities. OF CALIFORNIA County area and have succeeded through an Domestic violence continues to impact com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES approach that focuses on product innovation, munities in Kansas and across America. Each global expansion, and progressive manage- Monday, September 29, 2008 year nearly 4 million new incidences of do- ment and manufacturing practices. mestic violence are reported in the United Mr. THOMPSON of California. Madam MEECO shows no signs of slowing down States, with many more unaccounted for due Speaker, I rise today along with my colleague, after winning 2 R&D 100 Awards for its prod- to fear and intimidation. Of those 4 million re- Congresswoman LYNN WOOLSEY, to recognize ucts from R&D Magazine, developing a highly ported cases, nearly 100,000 Kansas women and honor the Nelson Family of Companies, successful, award-winning spin-off company fall victim to domestic violence each year. which has been selected as the Business of called Tiger Optics and recently celebrated the Each day in America over 53,000 victims re- the Year by the Sonoma Valley Chamber of strongest financial first half in the company’s ceive care through domestic violence pro- Commerce. history. grams, the programs Jana Mackey volun- Madam Speaker, please join me in con- The Nelson Family of Companies is an teered and advocated for. independently owned group of businesses that gratulating MEECO, Incorporated for their suc- Despite the harsh realities of domestic vio- provide a wide variety of full-time and contract cess and their high business standards. I lence that loom, there is hope for a better to- staffing services as well as software and sup- thank them for the work they do on behalf of morrow. It is my belief that with continued port services designed to facilitate workforce our community and across the world. education, resources, and support, victims of management. f domestic violence can overcome their condi- The first of the ‘‘Nelson Companies’’ opened RECOGNIZING OCTOBER AS NA- tion. In the 69 counties I represent, it is that in 1970 in San Rafael. In 1989 a corporate of- TIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE same belief that maintains and encourages fice was established in Sonoma. The compa- AWARENESS MONTH the 9 domestic violence centers in my district. nies currently employ more than 300 people in These agencies are vital to our communities 25 offices throughout northern California. as they raise awareness of domestic violence, In addition to being a major employer itself HON. JERRY MORAN OF KANSAS advocate for victims, and provide victims with in Sonoma and providing support services to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the support, resources, and care they des- other local businesses, the Nelson family has perately need. been an active participant in community orga- Monday, September 29, 2008 Jana made a greater impact in her 25 years nizations and events. Primary beneficiaries Mr. MORAN of Kansas. Madam Speaker, I than many individuals do in a lifetime. While have been the Hanna Boys Center and rise today to recognize the month of October Jana’s story is tragic, her example is a lesson Sonoma Valley Hospital. The companies have as National Domestic Violence Awareness and an inspiration for us all to be more active also been sponsors or supporters of the Month. During my tenure in Congress, signifi- in the fight against domestic violence. This is Sonoma Jazz Festival, the Charles Schwab cant progress has been made in calling atten- why her family started the 1100 Torches cam- Cup Champion’s Tour event at Sonoma Golf tion to domestic violence and helping victims paign. Club, the Sonoma Wine Harvest Auction and and families recover from these abuses. How- Festival, the American Red Cross, the Amer- ever, much work still remains to be done be- At Jana’s funeral, 1,100 people were in at- ican Heart Association annual walk, the Blood cause senseless acts of violence are still tak- tendance, which indicates the magnitude of Bank of the Redwoods annual blood drive, the ing place in our homes and communities. her impact in the lives of others. In the after- Valley of the Moon Boys & Girls Club and the Tragically we were reminded of the need for math of her death, her mother, Christie Valley of the Moon Teen Center and the greater efforts to combat domestic violence Brungardt, and stepfather, Curt, along with her Sonoma Valley Mentoring Alliance. this past July when tragedy struck in my home family and friends, launched the 1100 Torches Madam Speaker, local businesses in the State of Kansas. Today, I’d like to share with campaign to serve as Jana’s call to action, small communities throughout our two Con- you the Jana Lynne Mackey story. that despite our personal politics, we can gressional districts are much more than em- On July 20, 1982, Jana Lynne Mackey was make a difference in the world and in turn ployers. They are the backbone of a support born in Harper, Kansas. Jana was raised pri- make it a better place to live. It is the cam- system for projects, nonprofit organizations marily in Hays, Kansas, where she was an ac- paign’s hope that through Jana’s story, 1,100 and civic events that would not be successful tive member of 4–H, an athlete, and a talented people will be inspired by her to serve others without their involvement. No organization bet- musician. But most of all she was a vibrant and make a difference in their communities. I ter exemplifies this commitment than the Nel- and caring young woman who fought for those encourage my colleagues and all Americans son Family of Companies. It is therefore, ap- whose voice could not be heard. to learn more about Jana’s story and the im- propriate for us to honor Chairman Gary D. Following high school graduation, Jana pact of domestic violence by visiting the 1100 Nelson and his leadership team and employ- completed a bachelor’s degree where she dis- Torches campaign Web site at ees, both past and present, for their great covered her passion—advocating for others. www.1100torches.org and by learning more work throughout the years. She went on to pursue a law degree at the about this issue in your local community. f University of Kansas with the goal of using We are making progress in raising aware- education to further the cause of others. Jana ness and drawing attention to domestic vio- HONORING MEECO, INC. tirelessly fought for equality and social justice lence, yet this is a problem that continues to through her work with countless local and na- impact our communities. We must not forget HON. PATRICK J. MURPHY tional organizations. She was also an active about these violent crimes that destroy homes OF PENNSYLVANIA volunteer at the Lawrence GaDuGi Safe Cen- and families, and devastate lives. This Octo- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ter, a facility that aids victims of sexual assault ber, let us remember the victims of domestic and domestic violence. But on July 3, 2008, violence and learn from their courage as we Monday, September 29, 2008 Jana’s body was found in an ex-boyfriend’s do our best to ensure that our communities Mr. PATRICK J. MURPHY of Pennsylvania. home—her own promising life prematurely are safe places to live, work, and raise our Madam Speaker, today I am proud to recog- ended by an act of domestic violence. families.

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ROBIN HAYES commanded at every level from platoon leader ical to job creation, small business develop- OF NORTH CAROLINA to brigade commander. He served as the Spe- ment, and transportation and infrastructure IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cial Assistant to the Chief of Staff of the Army, planning in Davenport and the Quad City re- Monday, September 29, 2008 Washington, D.C.; Director for Logistics at the gion. They have been strong supporters of United States Joint Forces Command, Norfolk, projects that will benefit the entire community, Mr. HAYES. Madam Speaker, I rise today to Virginia; Commanding General, United States honor a lifetime commitment of service to the including restoring passenger rail service to Army Transportation Center, Fort Eustis, Vir- the Quad Cities and the innovative ‘‘River Vi- United States of America, our Defense Depart- ginia; Director, J–3/J–4, and Deputy Com- sion’’ urban flood plain management project ment and our great United States Army by a mander of United States Transportation Com- true patriot, Lieutenant General Robert T. Dail, mand, Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. He as- along the Mississippi River. United States Army. On January 1st, 2009, sumed his current position as the Director of Madam Speaker, it has been a pleasure to Lieutenant General Dail will retire after 33 DLA in August of 2006. work with Davenport One over the past year. years and four months of dedicated and ex- His decorations include the Distinguished This group of leaders is making Davenport a ceptionally distinguished service in the United Service Medal, Defense Superior Service more sustainable and economically vibrant States Army. In addition to his retirement, Medal, two Legion of Merits, Bronze Star community. Lieutenant General Dail will relinquish respon- Medal, two Meritorious Service Medals, four sibility as the 15th Director of the Defense Lo- Army Commendation Medals, Army Achieve- f gistics Agency, DLA, after leading a Defense ment Medal, Master Parachutist Badge, Rang- Agency that has become increasingly impor- er Tab, and Army Staff Identification Badge. BREAST CANCER PATIENT tant to the Nation. The General’s departure is In closing, I wish to commend General Dail PROTECTION ACT indeed a loss for our Nation since over the for over 33 years of distinguished service to last two years he achieved many remarkable our Nation, protecting our freedoms of life, lib- accomplishments. I will highlight a few of them erty and the pursuit of happiness and wish HON. ROBERT E. ANDREWS here: him the very best in his future endeavors. His The extraordinary success of our military departure is a great loss to our Army, but we OF NEW JERSEY servicemen and women in the field, engaged are better for having him in our ranks. He IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in defending our freedom during times of leaves us with a Defense Logistics Agency peace and in times of war could not be ac- that is indeed a world-class provider of combat Monday, September 29, 2008 complished without the unparalleled logistics capability and one that has been greatly im- Mr. ANDREWS. Madam Speaker, I rise support upon which our military so critically proved under his leadership and through his depends. Through General Dail’s leadership dedication to excellence. today in strong support of Congresswoman this support has increased to the extent that On behalf of Congress and the United ROSA DELAURO’ s ‘‘Breast Cancer Patient Pro- ninety-five percent of the materials used by States of America, I express our appreciation tection Act of 2008,’’ H.R. 758. On September the entire U.S. military is provided by the of General Dail for his tireless service and 25, 2008, I voted in favor of H.R. 758, which 22,000 hard-working DLA personnel around constant support of the warfighter. His profes- passed the House of Representatives with a the globe. DLA has facilities in 48 states and sionalism, expertise, and efforts showcase his vote of 421–2. The Breast Cancer Patient Pro- 28 countries and each one is a source of pride patriotism, and his dedication to our soldiers, tection Act will require that health plans pro- for all of the DLA employees. sailors, airmen, and Marines. Though the fol- vide coverage for a minimum hospital stay for All of the fuel supporting our jets, heli- lowing phrase is often used, I can say without mastectomies, lumpectomies, and lymph node copters, ships and tanks is purchased by DLA. reservation that it rarely as appropriate as it is dissection for the treatment of breast cancer The food, military clothing, and supplies need- in this case: LTG Robert Dail is truly a great and coverage for secondary consultations. ed to sustain our forces is all managed by the American. DLA workforce. The DLA Defense Distribution I want to personally thank LTG Dail and his The numerous petitions and personal stories system, an integrated network of 26 distribu- entire family for their commitment, sacrifice, issued by Americans prove the need for en- tion depots here in the United States and in and the contributions they have all made actment of Federal legislation to guarantee overseas locations such as Kuwait, Korea, throughout his honorable and distinguished minimum and adequate benefits for patients Japan, Guam, Italy, and Germany, is crucial to military service. I congratulate him on com- with breast cancer. H.R. 758 will prevent hos- the steady flow of materials to our troops. pleting an exceptional and extremely success- pitals from rushing women out of their facilities These DLA depots constitute a national treas- ful military career and am humbled by his after undergoing a mastectomy the same day. ure in their own right. dedicated service to our nation. I wish LTG Remarkably, General Dail guided DLA to Dail many blessings and much success as he I would like to take this opportunity to make record-setting levels of support for today’s begins his future endeavors and embarks on my vote in honor of the late Paula Renfroe, warfighters, our allies, and victims of natural new adventures. who died 6 years ago due to breast cancer. disasters around the world, led DLA through a f Like many women in the United States, Paula dramatic transformation of the Agency’s enter- was rushed out of the hospital a few hours prise business program, and extended the HONORING DAVENPORT ONE after undergoing a mastectomy. Paula and her DLA enterprise across all of the Department of family were sent home with a few instructions Defense. I would add that the Agency forged HON. BRUCE L. BRALEY to follow to change her wound and administer partnerships with industry, the military service OF IOWA the strong medications provided to her. The materiel commands, and other Agencies in our IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Breast Cancer Patient Protection Act will pre- Federal, State and Local Governments, and provided unprecedented support. Monday, September 29, 2008 vent hospitals from forcing families to com- Thirty-three years ago, General Dail earned Mr. BRALEY of Iowa. Madam Speaker, I plete the medical healing process of a loved his commission through the Army Reserve Of- rise today to congratulate Davenport One, the one to cut costs and instead, allow family ficer Training Corps program at the University chamber of commerce and economic develop- members to provide the emotional support to of Richmond in Richmond, Virginia with a ment consortium that represents businesses in their loved ones so desperately needed during Bachelor of Science degree in Business Ad- Davenport, Iowa. such times.

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IN MEMORY OF ANNE SIONAL RECORD a poem written by Mr. Caswell Working Group, JWG, in Azerbaijan. Con- D’HARNONCOURT honoring the great Paul Newman. sisting of representatives from a wide range of A Good Man . . . society and international experts, the JWG HON. ALLYSON Y. SCHWARTZ A Good Life . . . was founded in the spring of 2008 to improve Left burning ever bright . . . of which now so OF PENNSYLVANIA and protect human rights in Azerbaijan by im- stands this night! plementing international human rights stand- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Sunrise . . . ards. Monday, September 29, 2008 Sunset . . . The JWG is educating various strata of soci- Day in . . . day out . . . ety on human rights issues, informing them Ms. SCHWARTZ. Madam Speaker, I rise All in the moments that we have left . . . today to honor the late Anne d’Harnoncourt for All in our life’s quest . . . about existing human rights violations, and her contributions as an internationally es- As all upon this our earth as left . . . all in have created a hotline and legal aid center, teemed museum leader and art scholar. what our lives were about . . . where services are free. It investigates com- When Anne d’Harnoncourt passed away on Just moments, are all we have . . . plaints received on human rights violations June 1, 2008, Philadelphia and the world lost To show our worth . . . to remind us all of and takes steps to restore citizen’s rights and a highly accomplished professional and dear what it is that so comes first! improve national legislative acts focused on A Good Life . . . human rights. friend. As a graduate of Radcliffe College and To play our parts . . . our starring roles, the Courtauld Institute of Art in London, she As a part of its ongoing responsibility, the that which so touches all hearts! JWG was asked to participate in the planning began her illustrious career at the Philadelphia Upon, the golden screen of life . . . as lie our Museum of Art in 1967. life’s work of art! and execution of the upcoming Presidential Anne d’Harnoncourt was dedicated to the As left behind, to so touch and warm so each election to be held in Azerbaijan on October city of Philadelphia, and as the director and and everyone’s heart . . . 15, 2008. JWG will help to ensure that a free, chief executive officer of the Museum of Art As was your Paul, as was yours . . . but a transparent, and fair election is held in accord- she worked tirelessly to preserve and enrich true fine work of art . . . ance with international standards. Extensive the art and culture of our city for nearly two A great man of character, and heart . . . training with respect to election processes in- A sheer work of art . . . decades. cluding gatherings and demonstrations is A loving Father, with a wife . . . who was planned and ongoing for police officers, ob- In 1982, Anne d’Harnoncourt was named but the love of his life . . . the director of the Philadelphia Museum of Art A giver, not a taker . . . servers, and commissioners at all levels. The and her intellect and her unique abilities lead As upon each morning as he would wake here training is being conducted by internationally to her becoming the chief executive officer in ... recognized experts. The training includes in- 1997. She was widely respected for her ability But, his greatest beauty . . . be lie inside his structions to document and report all activities to connect the work of the museum with the heart so wide . . . properly and promptly. The JWG has taken broader public, and she presided over many Even, beating out those blue eyes! into consideration the inputs of numerous na- As was his caring and compassion, as his successful efforts to engage diverse audi- tional and international entities who are con- life’s work to help others . . . a man of cerned with many aspects of the election. ences at the museum. action . . . She directed numerous successful touring And, humble as the day was long . . . a pri- These entities include the Organization for Se- exhibitions, and led major capital campaigns vate man, who refused to play his own curity and Cooperation in Europe, OSCE, and to enable the expansion and renovation of the song! its Office for Democratic Institutions and Philadelphia Museum of Art, ensuring the mu- Do we give? Or do we take? All in these our Human Rights, ODIHR. JWG is coordinating seum’s rightful place in the arts and cultural short lives we make! large groups of international observers who community of the Greater Philadelphia region Who will we touch, all in our life’s wake? will monitor the elections in the district of their A Shining Star, both on and off the screen own choosing and will cover all districts and and its place as one of the most esteemed ... arts institutions in the world. precincts. A Bright Light . . . I applaud the work of all election observers Anne d’Harnoncourt’s long-lasting and posi- Touching all hearts as we have seen! tive impact will continue to be felt in the arts Acting out his life, was but The Great Amer- and hope the Azerbaijani people will have an community well beyond Philadelphia and the ican Dream . . . election that is fair and transparent. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. She served A Cool Hand on the screen, but in life that f was not his theme . . . as a citizen member of the Board of Regents EARMARK DECLARATION of the Smithsonian Institution and she was And yet, Paul’s great part! Was but, what was so inside his heart . . . consistently recognized by her peers around Judge a man, all the while . . . but how he so HON. DEAN HELLER the world for her meaningful, insightful, and in- treats and loves a child! OF NEVADA tellectual contributions to her field through her As there, you will ever see . . . ever see IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES numerous scholarly articles, books, and Paul’s great smile . . . retrospectives on modern art and artists. For Newman’s Own, is not no more . . . Monday, September 29, 2008 Had we not lost this devoted leader this Surely, he’s up in Heaven . . . he’s the Mr. HELLER of Nevada. Madam Speaker, past June, the international art community and Lord’s! pursuant to the Republican Leadership stand- the city of Philadelphia would have joined with For his life, was but a fine race . . . which ards on earmarks, I am submitting the fol- was won . . . lowing information for publication in the CON- Anne’s family, including her husband Joseph Finishing First, in Heaven’s Sun . . . J. Rishel, earlier this month to celebrate her ‘‘Rain drops keep falling on my head’’ GRESSIONAL RECORD regarding earmarks I re- 65th birthday. So wipe those tears from your eyes . . . ceived as part of H.R. 2638. This bill was the Anne d’Harnoncourt will be sorely missed by Because Paul, was such A Good Man, and led FY09 continuing resolution, and it also in- all who knew her and her esteemed work. such A Good Life which lies! cluded a section titled, ‘‘Disaster Relief and f f Recovery Supplemental Appropriations Act’’ as well as three of the annual appropriations HONORING PAUL NEWMAN RECOGNIZING THE IMPLEMENTA- bills for fiscal year 2009: the Department of TION OF INTERNATIONAL Defense Appropriations Act (Division C); the HON. JAY INSLEE HUMAN RIGHTS STANDARDS IN Department of Homeland Security Appropria- OF WASHINGTON AZERBAIJAN tions Act (Division D); and the Military Con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES struction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act (Division E). Monday, September 29, 2008 HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY OF CALIFORNIA Within the Department of Defense Appro- Mr. INSLEE. Madam Speaker, as you know IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES priations Act, I requested and the committee America recently lost one of the greatest lead- approved funding for the following projects: ing men the silver screen has ever known. At Monday, September 29, 2008 $1.92 million for the Lightweight Cannon the request of one our Capitol tour guides, Al- Ms. WOOLSEY. Madam, Speaker, I rise Recoil Reduction from the Research, Develop- bert Caswell, please submit to the CONGRES- today to commend the formation of the Joint ment, Test and Evaluation, Army account.

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DECIDE directly addresses the for the design and analysis of combustion de- conclusions of a 2006 report from the Presi- HONORING JAMES VAN COTT OF vices. The funds being requested are to sup- dent’s National Science and Technological SONOMA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA port the Army’s Future Combat System (FCS), Council which stated the need to target Fed- specifically for reducing the weight of the can- eral research and development investment in HON. MIKE THOMPSON non system. The FCS has an operational re- cyber security and information assurance OF CALIFORNIA quirement to be as close to 20 tons as pos- needs. The Cyber Conflict Research Consor- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sible so that it can be rapidly transported and tium anticipates the DECIDE Financial Serv- Monday, September 29, 2008 still maintain the fighting capabilities of the 67 ices Model will be completed in 2009. ton M1 tank that is one of the systems FCS Within the Military Construction and Vet- Mr. THOMPSON of California. Madam is expected to replace. A new concept is erans Affairs Appropriations Act, I requested Speaker, I rise today to recognize James Van needed for the 120mm cannon system for and the Committee approved an $11.375 mil- Cott on the occasion of his retirement after 30 FCS. This program will enable a 40 to 50 per- lion earmark for the Nevada National Guard years as a California State Parks Peace Offi- cent reduction in the weight of the 120mm for the Elko Readiness Center (located at cer. James’s leadership will be truly missed by cannon systems that is necessary to meet the 1375 13th Street, Elko, NV 89801). Rapid his co-workers, the people of northern Cali- weight goals for the Manned Combat System growth in Nevada requires that a new Readi- fornia, and the numerous State, Federal and (FCS version of a tank) and the 155 mm ness Center facility in northeastern Nevada be local government agencies that relied on his NLOS–C vehicles (FCS self propelled how- constructed to meet the needs of the Nevada immense knowledge of issues relating to our itzer). Army National Guard. The current Elko armory State parks. $1.6 million for a Reconfigurable Tooling was built in 1961 and does not meet the secu- Mr. Van Cott’s long and distinguished career System from the Research, Development, rity or operational requirements for the current in public service has stretched through 4 dec- Test and Evaluation, Army Account. The re- mission. The state of Nevada is already pro- ades and 5 State parks: Doheny State Beach, cipient of these funds will be 2 Phase in Day- viding funds to assist with design. Lake Perris State Recreation Area, Mount ton, Nevada (located at PO Box 730, Dayton, f Tamalpais State Park, Samuel P. Taylor State Nevada 89403. The firm specializes in devel- Park, and Bothe-Napa Valley State Park. oping reconfigurable tooling systems (RTS) HONORING MICHAEL W. SMITH Over the course of his career, Mr. Van Cott which can make or repair parts onsite. Sys- has always sought to improve his skills and tems are being used and tested at Army and HON. MARSHA BLACKBURN training and pass that knowledge onto others. Marine Corps Depots currently, with positive OF TENNESSEE During his 8 years at Lake Perris, he was cer- results. This funding will provide Army and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tified by the Department of Boating and Water- Marine Corps Aviation Commands repair ca- ways as an Advanced Boating Officer and an Monday, September 29, 2008 pability in theater, so forces will not have to Advanced Boating Accident Investigator. He wait for the time-consuming supply system to Mrs. BLACKBURN. Madam Speaker, I rise provided over 12,000 hours of law enforce- provide parts. To alleviate this delay, a port- today to ask my colleagues to join me in hon- ment training for lifeguards and field rangers. able rapid reconfigurable tooling system is oring and congratulating Michael W. Smith on As a Defensive Tactics Instructor, James pro- being developed that can repair the specific his rich 25-year career and innumerable con- vided over 10,000 hours of instruction and tool onsite. Aircraft would be able to be put tributions to contemporary Christian music. He training for field rangers in the Los Lagos, back into operational status faster, giving the will be recognized next Sunday, October 12, Marin, and Diablo Vista Districts. Theater Commander more assets to deploy. as the Nashville Choir hosts ‘‘A Light for the Mr. Van Cott has been a valuable ambas- Two systems were previously delivered to the City 2008’’—A 25th Anniversary Celebration of sador for the Parks Department, working with Corpus Christi Army Depot and Cherry Point Michael W. Smith. With many special guests, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Cal-Fire, Marine Corps Depot for evaluation and testing including Rev. Franklin Graham, Max Lucado, Marin Municipal Water District, Marin County to facilitate the repair of rotary and fixed wing Amy Grant, Bill and Gloria Gaither, Jordin Wild Animal Care, the California Highway Pa- aircraft, and funds in FY 09 would be used to Sparks, Wynonna, Ricky Skaggs, Melinda trol and many other State and local agencies provide additional systems to the military de- Doolittle, Phil Stacey and Michael Tait, the during his tenure. He has reached out to the pots and to provide training for personnel. Nashville Choir will pay tribute to Michael W. community as well. While at Mt. TamaIpais, he $2.2 million for a Semiconductor Optical Smith and thank him for his contributions to organized, managed and directed the ‘‘Friends Amplifier for Responsive Space MPOI from the Nashville community and indeed the entire of California State Parks,’’ the fifth largest vol- the Research, Development, Test and Evalua- globe. unteer program in the State. tion, Air Force account. The recipient of these Not only has Michael W. Smith garnered Madam Speaker, it is my distinct pleasure to funds will be OptiComp Company, a small significant accolades as a recording artist and recognize James Van Cott for his many years business located in Zephyr Cove, Nevada (lo- song writer, including 5 Platinum and 16 Gold of service to the State of California, and to cated at PO Box 10779, Zephyr Cove, NV certifications, over 15 million sold albums, and thank him for his many contributions on behalf 89448). The company’s focus is the fabrication several GRAMMYs and GMA Dove Awards; of our State and his community. I join his wife, and production, solely for the Department of he has moreover accomplished outstanding Carol, and his son Josh in wishing him the Defense, of optoelectronic laser and detector work as a citizen, humanitarian, and public best as he enters this new phase of his life. modules for use on avionic and space servant. In addition to acting as a spokes- f datacom platforms. These modules are used person for Compassion International and serv- in a fabric to permit fault tolerant wideband ing as vice chair of the President’s Council on AMERICAN LEGION POST 161 switching between computers, sensors, and Service and Civic Participation, he has shown telecommunications links on the platforms. commitment to the local Nashville community HON. DAVID G. REICHERT OCC has a full semiconductor clean room and especially through work with New River Fel- OF WASHINGTON fabrication facility and an extensive test and lowship church and the establishment of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES measurement facility to evaluate all devices Rocketown, a safe and engaging concert Monday, September 29, 2008 prior to acceptance. venue, coffeehouse, and skate park. Husband Within the Department of Homeland Secu- to Debbie and father of five, Michael W. Smith Mr. REICHERT. Madam Speaker, I rise in rity Appropriations Act, I requested and the has above all remained committed to family recognition of American Legion Post 161 of Committee approved a $3 million earmark for and his faith. Redmond, Washington, for its exemplary and the Cyber Conflict Research Consortium’s Dis- On behalf of all who have been inspired by steadfast support of the United States military tributed Environment for Critical Infrastructure his work, I ask my colleagues to join with the and the Washington National Guard. When

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The event proved to be a wonderful FACING DOWN THE BAG LADY: OLDER WOMEN a job, at least for the first couple of years of moment for all who attended. IN AMERICA analytic training, while I was getting my Post 161, of which I am member, is located (By Colette Dowling, LMSW) practice up and running. I became a coun- in the eighth district, the district I represent. Six years ago, in the spring of 2002, I was selor for homeless children in the Brooklyn The post is not unlike many veteran service barreling down the Mass Pike towards Wood- public schools. The kids were great but the organizations around the country where budg- stock, my ten-year-old Saab stuffed to the commute was hellish. Each day after work- ets are tight and funds are allocated only after tops of its windows with computer and print- ing with the kids I traveled an hour by sub- way to the Upper West Side of Manhattan to careful consideration. However, in this case, er, fax and stereo, with towels and sheets and comforter, with jeans and shirts and one see patients in the clinic of my analytic in- the post dedicated the appropriate monies, good outfit in case I needed it. Last but not stitute. For over a year I was clocking fif- without hesitation, in order to support a family least, my writing desk, which fortunately teen hours a week on the subways, with barbecue with a festival-like atmosphere for can be dismantled for transport. Some sur- house music and hip hop leaking from peo- deploying Guardsmen and Guardswomen. geries that fall had slowed me down and I’d ple’s headphones. I grew up on Junior Walker Hundreds of Guard families and Auburn resi- had to give up my house in Woodstock and and Elvis Presley and yearned for the day dents came out to participate in the event and spend the winter at my son’s, in Massachu- when I could buy an Ipod in self defense. enjoy the send off activities. Additionally, the setts. Now I was returning to the town I’d After a while, catching a little breathing space, I began to do some research on how post generously allocated $10,000 as seed called home for 20 years. I rather liked that I’d reached the point where I could travel my finances stacked up against those of money toward an emergency family fund that light, but I had to ask myself: How light is other older women. What I learned was will help support Washington’s military families light? I was down to my last sixty dollars shocking. The economic constraints I was while their loved ones are deployed. and waiting for my next social security experiencing were not only far from unique, Post 161’s actions reflect its deep and great check to arrive. The market value of my JP the odds had actually been in favor of my be- respect for military service members and their Morgan portfolio? One-tenth of a cent, ac- coming an older woman who had found her- families and this is just the latest example of cording to the statement I’d just received. self, at sixty-five, facing down the bag lady. their continued commitment. It is my hope that Although my account had long been worth- Particularly at risk are older women who live alone. Over a decade ago a U.S. Com- American Legion Post 161’s leadership is rec- less they were still sending me the things. I guess they were hanging in for the long haul, mittee on Aging found that half of older ognized and mimicked by Americans every- as I was. women living alone had incomes below $9,500 where. My thanks and deep appreciation to Basically, when I wasn’t imagining what a year. the members of Post 161. my parents would think if they could see me But whether or not they live alone, the f now, I was telling myself, ‘‘I’ll handle this.’’ picture for older women is pretty dim. Ac- I was reminding myself that I was cording to the AARP Public Policy Institute, TRINITY COLLEGE CLASS OF 1958 unencumbered and had an able mind. But I’d the median income for women over 65 is just 50TH ANNIVERSARY sold almost everything I owned, not in order about $3,000 above the Census definition of to enter a convent (although the thought had poverty. Older women have slightly over half crossed my mind) but because royalties from the money older men have. HON. JAMES L. OBERSTAR my books had seriously dwindled. In recent A third of us are getting by on $12,000 an- OF MINNESOTA months I’d found myself thinking, ‘‘I’ve nually, often on much less. Poverty by any IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES worked hard all my life, sent my children to other name, although the government doesn’t consider an individual officially poor Monday, September 29, 2008 college and graduate school. How could this have happened?’’ if she’s got more than $8,000 coming in. The Mr. OBERSTAR. Madam Speaker, the Trin- Earlier that year I’d written a proposal for women who live on nothing but Social Secu- ity College class of 1958 celebrated its 50th a book on discrimination against women in rity—and that’s almost a quarter of us—cer- anniversary of graduation this past May, in a the workplace. Fifteen publishers read it, tainly fit in the officially poor category. festive gathering of classmates renewing and fifteen gracefully declined. ‘‘We agree The only person in this country with less economic protection than the older white friendships, reliving prized memories of their with her thesis,’’ one editor told my agent, ‘‘but the subject is too down.’’ woman is the older woman of color. Of those campus years, and sharing experiences of ca- Too down, indeed. In my 35 years as a writ- over 65 and living alone, seventy-seven per- reer paths followed since Trinity days. er, this was my first rejection of a book pro- cent of blacks and seventy-nine percent of With my late wife, Jo, I met and came to re- posal and it fueled my apprehension that the Hispanics are poor, once they’ve paid their spect and love the extraordinary women of the winds of change were upon me. To stabilize social security taxes, according to the Cen- class of 1958: Bobbi Marhofer, Fran Collins, my later-life income I’d begun living in a sus Bureau. Forget that they don’t have pen- Judy Pauley, Carolyn Moynihan, among oth- rented cottage and substantially cut my ex- sions, many women of color don’t even get ers, and those, like Jo, who are no longer with penses. But then came two shockers, first, a Social Security—those, for example, who work in domestic labor or agriculture, fields us—especially Jo’s dearest friend in the class, mastectomy for an early stage cancer. Then, three weeks later, on the afternoon of Sep- of endeavor in which the pay is so low it’s Sara Lucas. tember 11, I entered the emergency room often impossible to meet the minimum for a The 1958 commencement address delivered needing surgery for an obstructed bowel so-called ‘‘working quarter’’. Without by Senator John F. Kennedy could not have caused by adhesions from a prior appendec- enough of these quarters, these women been more compelling or memorable than the tomy. That winter, after recuperating at my who’ve worked all their lives picking peas reflective, thoughtful retrospective reunion ad- son’s, in Massachusetts, I forged ahead with and scrubbing floors in order to support their dress offered by Class of 1958 alumna Colette research for another book proposal. That, children, end up with nothing. Hoppmann Dowling, a gifted, talented, inter- too, came to naught. Suddenly it seemed as The truth is, women travel the borders of poverty at many points in their—as stu- nationally renowned writer. Ms. Dowling invites if everything in publishing had just dried up. For a while, an interest-free loan from the dents, or young single mothers, or as older not only her classmates, but all of us to con- Authors League Fund was what got me by. women living alone. The National Women’s sider soberly, profoundly, the risky status of Two surgeries, two rejected book pro- Law Center reports that 70% of women in older women who live alone—a condition none posals, three strikes and you’re out. I had to America earn less than $20,000 a year. Forty of the exuberant graduates in 1958 could ever come up with something radical and decided percent earn less than $10,000. Women are have anticipated. to pursue an old dream. I’d long had fan- twice as likely as men to be poor, a disparity I invite my colleagues to read and reflect se- tasies of becoming a psychoanalyst. I would that increases with age. riously on this message and its public policy need a masters in social work before I could For some time I’d though there must be be accepted into an analytic training insti- something wrong with me for having arrived implications. tute. With two weeks to meet the deadline I at such a low down place, some elemental Colette Dowling is an internationally re- applied to Smith College and that summer— bad thing. It’s because I never fully under- nowned writer of eight books whose ‘‘The Cin- the summer of 2002—I began classes. It was stood that the financial pressures I endured derella Complex’’ was translated into 23 lan- going to be a long haul. Smith would take at different times of my life were standard guages. She is currently completing training in two years and the analytic training another for a women—first, as a woman entering the

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They never savngs—‘‘pin money’’, people called such Garfield Hood, or Gar to most, moved to catch up. According to the National Center women’s earnings, then—into Certificates of Baraga County after law school to take the po- for Women and Retirement Research, for Deposit. That was in the 70s, when CDs were sition of tribal attorney for the Keweenaw Bay every year a woman stays home caring for a hot. Eventually her slender earnings grew to Indian Community. He was appointed Baraga child, she has to work an extra five years to $40,000. I was inspired by my mother’s clever- County Probate Judge in 1972, the youngest recover lost income. I needed only to apply ness in finding a way to support her old age, person in the State of Michigan to hold the the five-year-per child formula to my own but alas, my father needed private nursing job, and continued to serve as a tribal attorney situation to understand why I hadn’t retired for a few months before he died and over- at 65. Three children equals fifteen extra night, my mother’s pin money disappeared. and worked private practice in the Western years. Eighty, here I come! Women have been conditioned to believe Upper Peninsula. Since 1990, Judge Hood The dire straits women face in old age have that in the long run it’s all going to work has been Circuit Court Judge for Michigan’s little to do with age per se, Population Bul- out. I’m reminded of the many who’ve 12th Circuit. Judge Hood and his wife, Sue, letin reports. It’s the economic disadvan- worked part time, forgoing pensions, health reside in Baraga County. Together they have tages they face earlier in life that lead to the insurance and other benefits, because they raised three wonderful daughters. insecurity they experience when they’re couldn’t afford child care. Women are used to Judge Hood came to the bench by appoint- older. For example, two thirds of women who putting others first. As for their later years, ment in 1972. Then-Governor William Milliken work outside the home have no pensions. they think, How could I end up behind the When they do, their benefits are half of eight-ball when I’ve spent my life trying to needed someone to fill the Baraga County men’s. A study from Brandeis that began in do what’s right? But as they head into their Probate judgeship and Hood was the only at- 1967 tracked 5,000 women over the course of sixties and seventies, behind the eight-ball is torney in town. A few years later, he was their lives and found that poverty in old age exactly where women find themselves. Most hooked and in 1990 ran for election to the was the direct result of inequities they’d that I know, writers, therapists, owners of 12th Circuit Court. faced when they were younger. small businesses, expect to be working ‘‘for- Judge Hood has enjoyed the variety of his This certainly, is not the way the public ever’’ because otherwise they won’t have work as judge and his interactions with the thinks about older women’s poverty, when it enough money to get by. Rallying them- people he serves. On average, Judge Hood thinks about it at all. selves for a long, late-life phase of work, I’d always imagined that my work- and in- they push to stay ahead of the curve. For ruled on 9,200 cases a year—7,000 civil and come-history would put me in a place far dif- some, for the fortunate, it’s a kind of hip old more than 2,000 criminal matters. The attor- ferent than where my mother found herself age. We like to think of ourselves as being neys, judges and staff who have spent the in her final years. A quarter of a century ago ‘‘out there’’. But there’s an ominous feeling majority of their careers arguing cases in front I was fortunate to have a best seller, but for- that permeates the thinning air past sixty. of Judge Hood or working for him, say the tune can be misleading. Royalties don’t last Women worry about how they’re going to courtroom won’t be the same without him. forever. After The Cinderella Complex the survive as the years roll on—and on. They Madam Speaker, Judge Hood has been an money I received on subsequent books was lack a financial cushion for their really old intrinsic part of Michigan’s judicial system as a only enough to get me through until the age and believe that no matter what, they next proposal. Like most writers I lived from must stay healthy enough to keep on work- member of the 12th Circuit Court. I ask that book proposal to book proposal. I’m proud of ing. It’s a desperate and shame-inducing sit- you and the entire U.S. House of Representa- the eight books I’ve written but the work uation they find themselves in, and no one’s tives join with me in thanking Garfield Hood hasn’t provided me with long-term security. talking about it. That’s why it’s important for his 35 years of service and in wishing him So here I am now, in my seventies, with the for us—the first generation of women to be well as he embarks on his retirement. hounds of heaven at my heels. affected by the women’s movement and the f Smith College, like Trinity, has a long his- first to have a remarkable and unexpected tory of supporting women. It was a tremen- very long productive life ahead of us—to TRIBUTE TO RETIRING MEMBERS dous opportunity I was given when Smith ac- begin speaking up. We must insist that the cepted this older woman into its graduate voices of older women be heard, because no program and gave me a scholarship. Without one is going to pick this up for us until we HON. JOHN J. DUNCAN, JR. that support I would not have had the chance start shouting. We can take some strength— OF TENNESSEE to create a better life for myself during my and reduce shame—from the recognition that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES erstwhile ‘‘retirement years’’. But still, it is our numbers are astounding. I believe that if late. Sometimes, in the middle of the night, a presidential candidate were to take this Monday, September 29, 2008 I wake and wonder how long can I sustain on, the ball game would be over. That’s how Mr. DUNCAN. Madam Speaker, I want to the tremendous amount of energy it takes to strong we are, if we choose to be. The more pay tribute today to three men with whom I keep going. I have to face the fact that when of us who speak up, just as we did in the sev- have had the privilege of serving in the House I’m in my eighties, my financial situation enties, the greater the chances that atten- and all of whom unfortunately are ending their may not be so different than my mother’s tion will be paid. Let the secret out. We owe after all. it to our daughters and granddaughters. We service in Congress this year. After my father died, my mother, at 82, owe it to ourselves. Maybe it isn’t too late, TERRY EVERETT, RON LEWIS, and JIM was barely able to make it on Social Secu- even for us. WALSH, listed in alphabetical order, have all rity and my father’s small teacher’s annuity. f become very close friends of mine. They are She had to spend her late life without unquestionably three of the finest men I have enough money to be sure it was going to last HONORING GARFIELD HOOD ON ever known, and this Nation is a better place longer than she did. I can remember her in HIS RETIREMENT AS CHIEF because of their work in the U.S House of the lamplight, with her scarlet robe and JUDGE OF MICHIGAN’S 12TH CIR- Representatives. short white hair, going over her bills. To- CUIT COURT ward the end, knowing she’d reached a point TERRY has been a leader on three very im- where she couldn’t stay out of poverty much portant committees: Armed Services, Intel- longer—there were the constant co-pays on HON. BART STUPAK ligence, and Agriculture. Not only have we en- doctors’ bills, and her savings were gone— OF MICHIGAN joyed many meals together, but he has been she was having dreams of finding herself in a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES kind to me even when I voted against some of bad part of town and not being able to get the bills about which he cared the most. Monday, September 29, 2008 back home. She was 86 when she died, in the RON became very influential on the powerful nick of time, her resources depleted. It sad- Mr. STUPAK. Madam Speaker, I rise to rec- House Ways and Means Committee and also dens me that even with assurances of protec- tion from my brother and me she had to en- ognize the Honorable Garfield W. Hood on his enjoyed his service on the Oversight and Gov- dure such anxiety at the end. 35 years of service. Judge Hood retires this ernment Reform Committee. Studies have shown that concern about year as Chief Judge of Michigan’s 12th Circuit We not only enjoyed meals together, but ending up a bag lady is women’s worst fear, Court, serving Houghton, Keweenaw and also often sat on the floor and discussed greater than that of getting cancer, greater Baraga Counties in Michigan’s Upper Penin- many, many votes. RON is one of the kindest

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In that position, he not only did ments have entered the program. ramento’s neediest families. amazing things for his own district, but he The Foundation is also instrumental in a Mike Himes has demonstrated his dedica- helped people all over the Nation including me number of other programs. tion to helping families achieve successful, several times. JIM was a really effective mem- The Mansfield Congressional Study Tour in long-term homeownership. When the fore- ber, but much more importantly, a really good Asia is a program that has provided opportuni- closure crisis began to pound on the door of man. ties for Senators and their staff to develop an the region, Mike and his colleagues at I have humorous stories about each of authoritative understanding of Asia through NeighborWorks Sacramento led the way to these men (but certainly nothing scandalous), meetings with government officials, business create and promote many different collabo- and I will save those for other times. I realize leaders, and NGO representatives in major cit- rative relationships to assist borrowers. Mike is it is popular to bash down on politicians. But ies and rural areas. To date, the Foundation a smart, patient and outstanding individual these three men exemplify all that is good has led 11 senatorial study trips to approxi- who deserves recognition for his many per- about this country. mately 30 cities in China, Japan, Korea and sonal and professional contributions. His ex- I am sad that they are leaving the House, Vietnam. pertise, strong principles and commitment are but I am sure that each of them will have The Foundation and the Center recently co- shown each time he helps a family. many years and much great service ahead in sponsored the 24th annual Mansfield Con- Ron Javor has worked tirelessly for decades whatever they end up doing. ference, which addressed a timely and critical within state government and the community to f issue—the security implications of climate improve access to safe, affordable and acces- change in Asia. sible housing for lower-income households. RECOGNIZING THE 25TH ANNIVER- The Mansfield Foundation was established Ron has worked consistently to develop and SARY OF THE MAUREEN AND in 1983 with a single focus and mission—to improve state programs that serve the need- MIKE MANSFIELD FOUNDATION promote understanding and cooperation in iest Californians. As a community activist, he U.S.-Asia relations. I believe both Mike and helped found the Sacramento Housing Alli- HON. DENNIS R. REHBERG Maureen would be proud of all the Mansfield ance and serves on many local nonprofit OF MONTANA Foundation has done to advance that goal in boards. He has been a strong voice in local IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the last 25 years. efforts to ensure that local governments meet f their obligations to adequately serve the Monday, September 29, 2008 homeless and lower-income households. Mr. REHBERG. Madam Speaker, I rise IN RECOGNITION OF THE CALI- Madam Speaker, because of the efforts of today to recognize the 25th Anniversary of the FORNIA REINVESTMENT COALI- the California Reinvestment Coalition and Maureen and Mike Mansfield Foundation. TION AND ITS HONORING OF community leaders like Elaine Abelaye, Ken Nearly 25 years ago Congress passed legis- FOUR COMMUNITY HEROES Cross, Mike Himes, and Ron Javor, low-in- lation authorizing funds for a foundation that come communities and communities of color would advance the lifelong efforts of Maureen HON. DORIS O. MATSUI have access to fair and equal housing, bank- and Mike Mansfield to promote understanding OF CALIFORNIA ing and other financial services. It is my sin- cere hope the coalition and the outstanding and cooperation between the nations and peo- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ples of Asia and the United States. people noted today will continue to serve the Mike Mansfield is one of Montana’s most Monday, September 29, 2008 people of Sacramento for many years to distinguished citizens, a remarkable public Ms. MATSUI. Madam Speaker, on October come, and mentor the next generation of com- servant and accomplished statesman who 2, 2008, the California Reinvestment Coalition, munity leaders. helped guide the United States through impor- an organization that works to bring financial f tant transitions in the domestic arena and in and housing services to low-income commu- OAKLAND PRESBYTERIAN its relationship with Asia. nities, will be honoring four community heroes CHURCH: A LEGACY OF 150 YEARS His interest in Asia, ignited when military for their efforts in making homeownership and service took him to China in 1922, was bol- financial independence a reality for many of stered by academic credentials from what is Sacramento’s residents. These heroes are: HON. BOB ETHERIDGE now The University of Montana in Missoula. Elaine Abelaye of Asian Resources Inc., Ken OF NORTH CAROLINA Elected to the House of Representatives in Cross of Sacramento Habitat for Humanity, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 1942 and the Senate in 1952, he was a lead- Mike Himes of NeighborWorks Sacramento, Monday, September 29, 2008 ing Asia expert in Congress and went on to and Ron Javor of the California Department of Mr. ETHERIDGE. Madam Speaker, I rise become the longest-serving U.S. ambassador Housing and Community Development. I ask today to pay tribute to Oakland Presbyterian to Japan. Maureen Mansfield not only sup- all my colleagues to join me in honoring these Church in the Cleveland community of North ported Mike’s career, she inspired it. For this distinguished individuals. Carolina as it celebrates its 150th anniversary. reason, the Foundation established by Con- Elaine Abelaye has demonstrated true lead- Oakland Presbyterian Church is the oldest gress to honor Mike begins with Maureen’s ership and commitment to the social, commu- Presbyterian church in Johnston County, North name. nity and economic development needs of low- Carolina, and is an important institution in the Maureen and Mike Mansfield’s values, income individuals and families in Sac- region. ideals and vision for U.S.-Asia relations con- ramento. Her leadership has led to the devel- Local residents, Mr. John McLean and Mrs. tinue through the exchanges, dialogues and opment of the Dare to Dream Entrepreneur- Sarah Sanders, first gathered worshipers publications of the Mansfield Foundation. For ship Development and Financial Literacy Edu- under an old brush shelter about a mile from 25 years the Foundation has helped create cation programs for the local Hmong and Viet- the present location on land that was then networks among U.S. and Asian leaders, ex- namese communities. Elaine has shown true known as Finch Place. On Saturday, August plored the underlying issues influencing public dedication to providing multiple services need- 7, 1858, Oakland was officially organized into policies, and increased awareness about the ed in the Sacramento area. She has truly em- a Presbyterian Church by representatives of nations and peoples of Asia. powered community members to become a Orange Presbytery with a congregation of six A centerpiece of the Foundation’s work is vital part of our changing and diverse society. charter members. The very next day, the con- the Mansfield Fellowship Program, established Ken Cross has substantially increased pro- gregation elected John W. Hodges as its first by Congress in 1994 to build a corps of U.S. duction of housing for very low-income house- elder and the Reverend T.B. Neal was in- Federal Government officials with substantial holds in Sacramento. Under Ken’s leadership, stalled as the first pastor on October 30, 1858. Japan experience. Each year this government- Sacramento Habitat for Humanity runs the Re- The land for the church was donated by to-government exchange allows a select group Store, a building material recycler that sells Mrs. Sanders, and because the property was

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In 1972, church members Ms. ESHOO. Madam Speaker, it is a privi- contributed stones to build the ‘‘Cairn of Re- lege for me to pay tribute to over 112,000 of Mr. THOMPSON of California. Madam membrance,’’ ‘‘in memory of all who wor- my constituents during Hispanic Heritage Speaker, I rise today to recognize State shiped at this hallowed place since its found- Month. September 15th through October 15th Assemblywoman Patty Berg, an extraordinary citizen of Humboldt County, who is being hon- ing in 1858,’’ as its dedicatory plaque reads. has been selected to honor, celebrate and ored for her years of dedicated public service The stone monument, common in the Scottish commemorate the history and contributions to the people of California. Highlands, connects Oakland to its Pres- that people of Hispanic heritage have made to byterian spiritual roots in Scotland. the United States of America. Over the past 3 decades, Assemblywoman Berg has been a tireless advocate for families The congregation has been blessed by out- Today there are 45.5 million Hispanic Amer- and children and for older adults. She was the standing pastoral leadership, which continues icans and it is fitting to acknowledge their founding Executive Director of the Area 1 today with its current pastor, Dr. Stephen E. many contributions. The belief that hard work Agency on Aging, which serves Humboldt and Aschmann, a native of Richmond, Virginia. can bring a better life and future for our chil- Del Norte Counties. Under her passionate di- Among the many notable church leaders was dren is part of our shared and treasured rection the agency was recognized nationwide Dr. Drury Lacy II, former president of David- American dream. for its model comprehensive system providing son College, who performed the marriage services to California’s seniors. She has also ceremony for ‘‘Stonewall’’ Jackson and his I would like to take this opportunity to recog- nize the outstanding organizations serving become an indispensable resource on aging bride Mary Anna Morrison. Another of the con- issues within the State Assembly. gregation’s early ministers was Dr. Benjamin California’s 14th Congressional District. In ad- The citizens of California’s 1st Assembly Rice Lacy, Jr., who was elected to serve as dition to many other excellent organizations, the following make important contributions to District recognized Patty Berg’s dedication to the Moderator of the General Assembly of the preparing California for its current and future Presbyterian Church in the United States, the our community while respecting, preserving and sharing their heritage and culture. challenges by electing her three times to rep- most honored office in the denomination. Dr. resent them in the California Legislature. Dur- Lacy also served for many years as president The Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley is ing her tenure, Patty has chaired the Com- of Union Theological Seminary in Richmond, a public foundation that cultivates philanthropy mittee on Aging and Long-Term Care, the Virginia. to inspire Hispanic children and families to Joint Committee on Fisheries and Aqua- From the beginning, Oakland has also been achieve personal greatness. culture, and the Budget Subcommittee on guided by strong and progressive lay leader- The Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley Health and Human Services. She has served ship. In 1969, Mrs. Gladys E. Barber and Miss engages leadership and bridges resources to on many committees with jurisdiction over im- Elizabeth Talton made history when they be- invest in a thriving Hispanic community. portant public policy areas, including health, came the first women to be elected and or- insurance, agriculture, and the environment. MACLA Movimiento de Arte y Cultura Latino dained as deacons. Later in 1975, Mrs. Barber Patty’s exceptional ‘‘people’’ skills were evi- Americana is a contemporary art space dedi- was ordained as the congregation’s first fe- dent in bringing together progressive and con- cated to supporting the work of emerging male elder. servative colleagues to help improve the lives Latino artists and audiences and promotes of North Coast residents. She is passionate, Oakland has a tradition of emphasizing programs that create opportunities between committed to public service, hard-working, and service, mission, outreach, and education. In traditional audiences and new art forms and extremely skilled. recent years the congregation has enjoyed emerging artists. Mexican Heritage Corpora- widespread community support with its Har- As a champion for the rights of families, tion is an arts and cultural organization whose youth, and older adults, Assemblywoman Berg vest Day Sale and Golfing for Jessica Tour- focus is to affirm, celebrate, and preserve the has touched many lives. Her K–12 com- nament. Oakland’s annual Fourth of July Pan- complexity and richness of Latino art and cul- prehensive family life education curriculum cake Breakfast draws hundreds of local fami- tural heritage. The Mexican Heritage Corpora- was the fIrst in California and was distributed lies and serves as the kick-off of the Celebrate tion serves Silicon Valley and Northern Cali- throughout the country. She increased funding Cleveland Independence Day Festivities. fornia by presenting and advancing Mexican for computers and technology in our local Today, the congregation offers a wide range and multicultural performing arts. It is one of schools. As chair of the Legislative Women’s of activities that minister to all ages. Members the largest Latino cultural centers in the Na- Caucus she emphasized the need for flexible of the congregation lead the weekly Golden tion. workplace policies to allow working families to Circle Bible Study at the Brian Center nursing care for their loved ones. Due to her relentless Fair Oaks Community Center—The Fair facility in Clayton. Two mission teams have efforts, Trinity County’s only hospital was been sent to New Orleans to help rebuild the Oaks Community Center is a multi-service saved, and a vital county medical services community devastated by Hurricane Katrina. center offering a variety of services to the program was preserved. broader Redwood City Community. Services Ministries generously supported by the Oak- Assemblywoman Berg is being honored for include: Education, immigration and citizen- land faith community include the Basic Needs her contribution to one of our Nation’s most ship, senior services, housing, employment, Ministry, Harbor House, Operation Hope, the precious rights—participation in the political Relay for Life, Habitat for Humanity, wounded legal services, and crisis intervention. They process. She is being recognized for her con- veterans and troops in foreign conflicts, local also offer emergency food programs served by tribution by the Humboldt County Democratic school teachers, and the Barium Springs Chil- a combination of City staff, as well as rep- Central Committee as ‘‘Democrat of the Year, dren’s Home. resentatives from public and private non-profit 2008.’’ agencies. Madam Speaker, I am proud to honor Oak- Madam Speaker, it is appropriate at this land Presbyterian Church as it celebrates 150 Madam Speaker, I ask all my colleagues to time that we recognize Assemblywoman Patty years of service to the community. I urge my join in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month to Berg for her unwavering commitment to public colleagues to join me in commending this out- honor the citizens who work daily to build a service and to the ideals and values that sus- standing institution. better future for all American families. tain our great Nation.

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The Savannah Bill Number: HR 2638 Drama Club is a youth based ministry that OF LOUISIANA Account: Federal Emergency Management presents youthful styles of praise and perform- Agency’s Pre-Disaster Mitigation IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ance. Founded by Pastor Carl Gilliard and his Legal Name of Requesting Entity: City of Monday, September 29, 2008 wife, Lashawanda, thirteen years ago, the Sa- Trenton vannah Drama Club is now known for its polite Address of Requesting Entity: City of Tren- Mr. ALEXANDER. –Madam Speaker, I rise and respectful youth members as well as their ton today to recognize the 66th anniversary of the amazing talents. Description of Request: creation of the Airborne at Camp Claiborne, The Savannah Drama Club is visiting Wash- The City of Trenton will use the $500,000 in La., and to celebrate Central Louisiana’s rich ington DC this coming October and will be Pre-Disaster Mitigation funding in the FY 2009 military heritage. making their fifth performance at the White Homeland Security Appropriations Bill to begin Central Louisiana has strong historic ties to House. The group has also performed on the elevating the utilities of 270 flood prone prop- America’s military history, from colonial days steps of the Capitol, the Nation’s monuments, erties that have suffered severe and repetitive to the present, having served as a major train- as well as local jails, community centers, physical damage resulting in significant eco- ing location for the U.S. military forces in Christian camps, and family shelters. Through nomic loss. World War I, World War II, as well as more re- their use of theater, poetry, music, dance, spo- Trenton’s Island and Glen Afton neighbor- cent conflicts around the world. ken word, and even miming, the group is able hoods are greatly affected by rapidly rising On August 16, 1942, the 101st Airborne Di- to spread the Word of God to all. flood water as a result of their proximity to the vision was created at Camp Claiborne, La. Since its inception, it’s estimated that about Delaware River. These two neighborhoods are The 101st Airborne had a ‘‘rendezvous with 900 children have been involved with the pro- bordered by the Delaware River to the south- destiny’’ to defend American interests on the gram and currently has 42 active participants. west and the Delaware and Raritan Canal to battlefields of the world since World War II. This revolutionary drama club has not only the northwest. Route 29 (a four lane state To commemorate this day in history, the touched the thousands who have bore witness highway that traverses the City) splits the two City of Alexandria and the City of Pineville, to their show, but has also had a great influ- neighborhoods; causing an island-like geog- with Louisiana State University (LSU) at Alex- ence on the children involved. This program raphy. andria, are cosponsoring a historic event on has kept students off the streets, shown them These waterfront communities are home to October 3, 2008. the rewards of strong discipline, and most im- approximately 270 structures, many of which This celebration will recognize and honor portantly, how important it is to serve a higher are occupied by single family working class the service and sacrifices of the 1st Battalion power than themselves. homeowners who have suffered great financial of the 509th Airborne Infantry, currently based I would like to take this time to recognize loss as a result of: water damaged electrical at Fort Polk, La., which saw action in World their accomplishments in the arts and ministry, distribution systems, hot water heaters and War II. and also to wish them a warm welcome to central heating units, as well as the loss of In addition, this event will honor the service Washington. personal items that can never be replaced. f Six historical river crests (occurring from the of Dr. H. Rouse Caffey, former Chancellor of earlier part of the 20th century until present) LSU Alexandria and Louisiana State University HONORING THE 80TH ANNIVER- have caused considerable property damage Agricultural Center, as well as a veteran of the SARY OF THE DOWNINGTOWN and interrupted sewer, electric and gas serv- 82nd Airborne Division. LIONS CLUB ices, causing the evacuation of these neigh- The National World War II Museum in New borhoods. Although these neighborhoods are Orleans, La., which is dedicated to preserving HON. JIM GERLACH and studying the history of the war, is also col- designated as a 100 year flood plain, the last OF PENNSYLVANIA laborating with LSU Alexandria in celebrating two floods occurred within seven months of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES each other (September 2004 and April 2005). this historic event with other organizations in- Just as the Island and Glen Afton residents cluding the Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Monday, September 29, 2008 saw their lives getting back to some sem- the Louisiana National Guard, the Don F. Pratt Mr. GERLACH. Madam Speaker, I rise blance of normalcy, the second flood oc- Memorial Museum at Fort Campbell, Ky., the today to congratulate the Downingtown Lions curred, resulting in lost wages, belongings, Louisiana Military Maneuvers Museum, the Club on its 80th Anniversary and to honor the property, major systems and complete disloca- Kent Plantation House, the Arts Council of service organization for its commitment to tion. Louisiana, the Mississippi Armed Forces Mu- serving the community. One major contributing factor to the early seum, the Alexandria/Pineville Area Conven- Founded in 1928, the Downingtown Lions flooding is the storm sewer outfall, which pro- tion and Visitors Bureau, the Chennault Avia- Club is part of the largest service organization vides an early entry point for water to backflow tion and Military Museum and the Alexandria in the world with approximately 1.3 million into the lower points of the Island and Glen Museum of Art. members in 202 nations. Afton neighborhoods via the storm sewer sys- Distinguished speakers of the event include National Lions Club founder and Chicago tem during early flood stages. However, once Thomas Czekanski, Director of Collections at businessman Melvin Jones said in 1917 that the river reaches two feet above flood stage, the National World War II museum in New Or- the organization was created to give some- the entire Island and Glen Afton neighbor- leans, La., and Dr. Jerry Sanson, Professor of thing back to their communities. And the hoods will flood. The City of Trenton wishes to History and Political Science at LSU Alexan- Downingtown Lions Club has certainly carried assist the most affected residents so that dria. out that mission admirably. property loss and displacement are minimized. Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join Thanks to the dedication and work of its This project is designed to elevate the utili- me today in recognizing the historic celebra- members and volunteers, the Club built the ties of approximately 270 properties that have tion of Central Louisiana’s rich military herit- Kerr Park Pavilion and installed a drinking suffered repetitive damages.The 270 identified age and specifically the 66th anniversary of fountain along the Struble Trail. Hundreds of properties will abandon the use of their base- the creation of the Airborne at Camp Clai- people in the community have benefited from ments and elevate their major systems by re- borne, La., in 1942. the Club’s distribution of free eyeglasses and

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He was well suited to do this be- join me today in recognizing the Downingtown lymph node removal. Anyone who has cause he lived in it when deployed overseas Lions Club for reaching this special milestone watched a loved one fight this illness under- during the Berlin Wall Crisis as a member of and in commending the efforts of Club mem- stands that the last thing any woman should the Ohio Air National Guard. bers, both past and present, for their tireless be doing at that time is fighting with her insur- RALPH REGULA—the dean of the Ohio dele- dedication and service to the Downingtown ance company. gation—has served in Congress with distinc- area. Madam Speaker, I urge my colleagues to tion for 36 years. As a respected cardinal on f join me in support of H.R. 758. With millions the Appropriations Committee, he chaired the of women in American being affected by this Interior Subcommittee for 6 years. Subse- THE DAILY 45: ANOTHER VIOLENT horrible disease, the Breast Cancer Patient quently, he served as chairman of the Labor, WEEKEND IN CHICAGO Protection Act will ensure they have access to Health and Human Services, and Education adequate medical support after their surgery. Subcommittee. During this time I served as HON. BOBBY L. RUSH f chairman of the House Education and the OF ILLINOIS Workforce Committee. Early in my tenure as TRIBUTE TO THE HONORABLE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES chairman, Congress passed the No Child Left RALPH REGULA, THE HONOR- Monday, September 29, 2008 Behind Act to help ensure that all children ABLE DEBORAH PRYCE AND THE have the opportunity for a quality education. Mr. RUSH. Madam Speaker, the Depart- HONORABLE DAVID HOBSON RALPH worked to ensure adequate funding for ment of Justice tells us that, everyday, 45 critical education priorities and our children people, on average, are fatally shot in the HON. JOHN A. BOEHNER and youth are better for it. He is a true gen- United States. Last weekend, while my col- OF OHIO tleman and I am pleased to have worked leagues and I worked to help restore our na- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES closely with him. tion’s financial ship of state, the state of our Monday, September 29, 2008 Ohio’s delegation enjoys a close relation- urban communities continued to be plagued ship. We’re like a family—we don’t always see with an obscene level of gun violence. The Mr. BOEHNER. I rise today to pay tribute to eye-to-eye but at the end of the day, we’ve al- Chicago community I serve tops our nation’s three of my fellow Ohioans who are retiring at ways been able to work through our dif- list for gun-related violence which tragically in- the end of the 110th Congress—DEBORAH ferences and work for what’s best for Ohio. cluded the second loss of life, in just two PRYCE, DAVE HOBSON, and RALPH REGULA. All One thing is clear about RALPH, DAVE, and months, of a Chicago police officer. Last night, three are true public servants who have dedi- DEBORAH. Members on both sides of the aisle 14-year veteran officer Nathaniel Taylor, Jr., cated their lives to serving their constituents, respect their integrity and no one has doubted 39, lost his life while serving a search warrant Ohio, and this great Nation. This institution will where hearts are—with their constituents, the and he leaves behind an orphaned daughter miss their experience, their advocacy for crit- great State of Ohio, and their country. I will and a grieving city. ical issues, and their ability to get the job miss their congeniality and thank them for There were also three other gun-related done. their leadership and service. I wish RALPH and murders last weekend including 34-year-old DEBORAH PRYCE first served as a judge be- his wife Mary, DAVE and his wife Carolyn, and James Purifoy who was shot in the back. Two fore being elected to Congress in 1992. She DEBORAH and her daughter Mia the very best others lost their lives whose names have yet has ably served in critical positions in the in the next stage of their lives. to be released. And, to top it off, five people House—on the Rules Committee and on the f were shot on the Near West Side early Satur- Financial Services Committee. She helped day night following a dice game gone bad. guide our Republican Conference as chair- EARMARK DECLARATION Fortunately, none of their wounds were life woman. DEBORAH has been a tireless advo- threatening. cate for children and cancer research, and our HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS My condolences go out to the family and country is better for her efforts. Congress- OF TEXAS friends of Officer Taylor and to Mr. Purifoy woman DEBORAH PRYCE also has been a fight- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES whose lives ended much too soon at the end er for working families. As the mother of a Monday, September 29, 2008 of a gun. young child, she understands the challenges Americans of conscious must come together working families—especially single mothers— Mr. BURGESS. Madam Speaker, pursuant to stop the senseless death of ‘‘The Daily 45.’’ face. DEBORAH has sacrificed more for this job to the U.S. House of Representatives Repub- When will we say ‘enough is enough, stop the than most others, and remained committed to lican Leadership standards on earmarks, I am killing!’ her constituents despite personal heartache. I submitting the following information for publi- f have seen her grow and learn more in her job cation in the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD regard- than any other Member and I am proud to call ing earmarks I received as part of H.R. 2638, BREAST CANCER PATIENT her my friend. Consolidated Security, Disaster Assistance, PROTECTION ACT OF 2007 DAVE HOBSON and I started our careers in and Continuing Appropriations Act for 2009: Congress at the same time. Previously, we 1. Institute for Science and Engineering HON. BOB ETHERIDGE served together in the Ohio General Assem- Simulation (lSES), University of North Texas— OF NORTH CAROLINA bly. ‘‘Uncle Dave,’’ as many call him, may not $3.36 million—RDTE,AF—Congressman MI- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES agree with your position, but he has always CHAEL BURGESS. been willing to give you advice on how to ac- ISES at the University of North Texas is cur- Monday, September 29, 2008 complish your goal. One thing that I always rently working closely with the U.S. Air Force Mr. ETHERIDGE. Madam Speaker, I rise admired about Congressman HOBSON is his to remedy a critical requirement. Due to in- today in strong support of H.R. 758, the ability to find himself in the middle of whatever creased operations as a result of the wars in Breast Cancer Patient Protection Act of 2007. was going On. Like me, he’s a former busi- Iraq and Afghanistan during the past 5 years, This important legislation will ensure that pa- nessman. This background has been a gen- Air Force aircraft are often pushed to perform tients have the health care they need following uine asset and translates well to a legislative beyond their intended design criteria: this has breast cancer surgery. environment as it has helped him know how to created serious concerns for safety of both the In America, there are more than 2.4 million broker a deal. aircraft and personnel. The Air Force requires women living with breast cancer. In 2007, My constituents will perhaps feel Congress- modeling & simulation research of the per- more than 178,000 new cases of invasive man HOBSON’s retirement the most, as our formance and lifecycles of materials in aircraft breast cancer were diagnosed. The Breast districts adjoin each other and we worked very in order to extend the life of current military

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The capability will RECORD regarding the four earmarks I re- North Texas, the research conducted at ISES also expand the ability of communicating with ceived as part of H.R. 2638, The Consolidated will be used to predict/identify and reduce the the variety of unmanned systems, both air- Security, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing risk of catastrophic failure in aircraft structural borne and ground based, for increased intel- Appropriations Act, 2009: components, extend the life of current aircraft ligence gathering and control. Requesting Member: Congressman K. MI- and increase the safety of pilots and per- DETAILED FINANCE PLAN: PROGRAM COST SUMMARY. CHAEL CONAWAY sonnel. L Band development on UH–60M where a Bill Number: H.R. 2683 The University of North Texas is located at required future aviation waveform, Wideband Account: Army, Other Procurement 1155 Union Circle #311277, Denton, Texas Network Waveform (WNW), operates. It is ex- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Texas 76203–5017. pected that most of the wideband operation Army National Guard 2. Unmanned Force Augmentation Systems will occur in this band vs. the full WNW band Address of Requesting Entity: Camp Mabry, (UFAS), Geneva Aerospace—$2.4 million— of 30–2000MHz. Austin,Texas 78763–5218 RDTE,N—Congressman MICHAEL BURGESS. The C and Ku Band on UH–60M test-bed Description of Request: Provide $2,000,000 The UFAS program supports research, de- will also address other bands of interest to US to the Texas Military Forces (TXMF) for eight velopment and testing of advanced UAS tech- Army Aviation including C-band where Full Joint Incident Scene Communication Capa- nologies. The program is intended to facilitate Motion Video (FMV) systems are being oper- bility (JISCC) packages required for disaster the rapid transition of UAV systems to the ated on selected helicopters, and Ku band, response. This equipment enables the Texas warfighters that offer order-of-magnitude im- where UAS control and TCDL links are being National Guard Joint Inter-Agency Task Force provements in usability, capability, and, hence, implemented on selected helicopters. (JIATF) to command and control its inter- operational effectiveness. Specific program An antenna development for a more sophis- agency structure in and out of Texas in sup- and technology areas that the FY09 program ticated single (directional or higher gain lower port of other states under the Emergency will support include extended development bandwidth omnidirectional) will be needed to Management Assistance Compact. It supports and testing of the Air Deployable Sensor increase system data throughput for the UH– the various disaster command posts including (ADS), which is a Sonochute Launched UAS 60M. As the test data is analyzed, specifica- the Joint Interagency Task Force head- supported by Technology Transition Agree- tions for antenna systems will emerge and it is quarters, each subordinate task force com- ments with multiple Navy sponsors. The Air envisioned that higher gain antenna will be mand post, local incident command posts, Deployable Sensor is one of several new ca- needed to support future required data rates. Emergency Operations Centers, and other pabilities developed under the UFAS program. PROGRAM COSTS multi-agency coordination centers. The JISCC Additional successful technology develop- Labor (engineers techs, pilots, QA) and system also uses Department of Defense sat- ments have included the development of an Labs—$1,046,000.00 ellites eliminating the persistent shortage of autonomous sense and avoid system for UAS Aircraft costs (UH–1 and C–12)— funds to pay for commercial satellite service. in support of UAS National Airspace Integra- $150,000.00 Ten JISCC packages have been authorized in Materials—$404,000.00 previous years, but currently, the Texas Na- tion initiatives, UAS autonomous takeoff and Total All—$1,600,000.00 landing systems and gap-filler UAS designed tional Guard has only two on-hand. f to support a growing DOD UAS Intelligence, Requesting Member: Congressman K. MI- Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) capa- HONORING CHARLES JOSEPH CHAEL CONAWAY bility gap. WATSON HUCKE Bill Number: H.R. 2683 Geneva Aerospace is located at 4240 Inter- Account: Army, Other Procurement national Parkway, Carrollton, Texas 75007. HON. SAM GRAVES Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Texas f OF MISSOURI Army National Guard IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Address of Requesting Entity: Camp Mabry, EARMARK DECLARATION Austin,Texas 78763–5218 Monday, September 29, 2008 Description of Request: Provide the Texas HON. CHRISTOPHER H. SMITH Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly National Guard $800,000 for the procurement pause to recognize Charles Joseph Watson OF NEW JERSEY of 700- and 800-Megahertz APCO–25 stand- Hucke of Liberty, Missouri. Charles is a very IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ard two-way radios for operational and tactical special young man who has exemplified the interagency interoperability in their disaster re- Monday, September 29, 2008 finest qualities of citizenship and leadership by sponse task force. This project allows the Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Madam Speaker, taking an active part in the Boy Scouts of Texas National Guard forces to utilize 700 and I submit the following: America, Troop 1374, and earning the most 800 MHz trunked radio systems being linked Requesting Member: Rep. CHRISTOPHER H. prestigious award of Eagle Scout. across Texas as established in the State SMITH Charles has been very active with his troop, Communications Interoperability Plan. It fur- Bill Number: H.R. 2638 participating in many Scout activities. Over the ther fully enables interagency interoperability Account: Research, Development, Test and many years Charles has been involved with to coordinate and synchronize interagency ef- Evaluation, Army Account Scouting, he has not only earned numerous forts to maintain unity of effort. Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Intel- merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- Requesting Member: Congressman K. MI- ligence & Information Warfare Directorate, ily, peers, and community. CHAEL CONAWAY CERDEC Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join Bill Number: H.R. 2683 Address of Requesting Entity: Lakehurst me in commending Charles Joseph Watson Account: Army, RDT & E Naval Engineering Station Hucke for his accomplishments with the Boy Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Zebra Im- Description of Request: Funding will be uti- Scouts of America and for his efforts put forth aging lized to implement a CERDEC RDT & E test in achieving the highest distinction of Eagle Address of Requesting Entity: 9801 Metric capability for airborne and ground antenna de- Scout. Blvd., Suite 200, Austin, Texas 78758 sign to develop and prove new concept anten- f Description of Request: Provide $2,480,000 nae that operate at higher frequencies offering EARMARK DECLARATION in funding to complete the final phase of a significantly higher capacities and are less three-year development program to provide a prone to interference and jamming. The test field-deployable version of the Enhanced Holo- capability will provide testing of aircraft mount- HON. K. MICHAEL CONAWAY graphic Imager (EHI) system. The holographic OF TEXAS ed antennae at varying altitude under a variety imager system is used to produce 3–D im- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of conditions and on specific aircraft including agery for the Army’s tactical battlefield visual- fixed, rotary wing and unmanned air systems. Monday, September 29, 2008 ization program, and has proven to be an ex- The system will be used to provide the de- Mr. CONAWAY. Madam Speaker, pursuant tremely useful capability for deployed Army sign of new antennae which develop more reli- to the Republican Leadership standards on and U.S. Special Operations Command

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:55 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR08\E30SE8.000 E30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 23496 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 September 30, 2008 warfighters. Over 1700 holographic images abroad program for SRJC students, and de- Council of Governments. He serves on the were provided to soldiers in theater in 2007. veloped an educational telecommunications Michigan Community Corrections Board, which The deployable EHI will produce holograms program at the college. he chaired from 1999 to 2006. Larry served 4 three times faster than the current system (im- Throughout his career, Dean Olson has years on the NMU Board of Trustees and re- proving responsiveness to the war fighter) and been an active participant in many profes- cently began a term with the NMU Foundation is transportable allowing the imager to be lo- sional associations, serving as Vice President Board of Trustees. He is also a lifetime mem- cated closer to the tactical users. of the California Agricultural Teachers Asso- ber of the NMU Alumni Association. Requesting Member: Congressman K. MI- ciation (CATA), President of the North Coast Larry remains active in the Michigan Asso- CHAEL CONAWAY CATA, founding Chairman of the State Advi- ciation of Counties (MAC). He quickly rose Bill Number: H.R. 2683 sory Committee on Vocational Agricultural through the ranks of MAC and served a term Account: Army, RDT & E Education, a member of the California Joint as president of the organization. He travels to Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Texas Policy Council on Higher Education in Agri- Washington annually to represent the interests Tech University culture, President of the California Agricultural of local governments across Michigan. Address of Requesting Entity: 19th and Uni- Leadership Associates, and co-chair of the The Northern Michigan University Alumni versity, Lubbock, Texas 79409 Northern California Advocates for Global Edu- Association Awards are presented to NMU Description of Request: Provide $3,000,000 cation. His involvement in his community has alumni who have been a positive influence on to Texas Tech University to research the use also extended to numerous non-profit organi- their professions and their communities of Compact Pulsed Power as a scientific base zations including the Sonoma County Farm through public service or distinguished them- for integrating electrical weapons systems Bureau, the Sonoma County 4–H Foundation, selves through outstanding achievements. I onto all-electric combat vehicles. Compact Chair of the Rotary Club of Santa Rosa Foun- can think of no one more deserving of this Pulsed Power is the use of targeted electro- dation, and Director of the Sonoma County honor than Larry Inman. magnetic radiation to disable electronic de- Harvest Fair among others. In addition to being a good friend of mine, vices such as cell phones. Initial research indi- Over the years, Dean Olson has been rec- Larry Inman has distinguished himself through cates that compact pulsed power technology ognized for his many accomplishments with his service to his community. His public serv- could be beneficial to the Department of De- such honors as the Friend of 4–H Award, the ice and continued commitment to Northern fense by being able to disable Improvised Ex- Rotarian of the Year Award for Northern Cali- Michigan University are an example for us all plosive Devices used in Iraq and Afghanistan. fornia, the Friend of Sonoma County Agri- to follow. Texas Tech has developed the technology but culture Award, and the Harold D. Bostock Life- Madam Speaker, I ask that you and the en- needs to field test it in order to deploy it with time of Service Rotary Award. tire U.S. House of Representatives join me in troops on the ground. An existing lightly ar- Madam Speaker, Dean Olson has had a congratulating Larry Inman as the Northern mored vehicle such as a HMMWV will be long and distinguished career where he has Michigan University Alumni Association Board modified to an all-electric platform with an inte- been a model for his community and his pro- of Directors honors him with the Distinguished grated fuel cell and auxiliary battery pack. Two fession. He plans to spend his retirement Alumni Award. or three types of electric weapon systems years with his wife, Elaine, and their six grand- f (high power microwave (HPM) generator, children pursuing their many hobbies. It is ap- EARMARK DECLARATION hypervelocity rail gun, and/or high power propriate at this time that we honor Dean laser) will be integrated into the platform. Indi- Olson for his many accomplishments and wish vidually each of these systems is quite com- him well in his retirement. HON. CHRIS CANNON OF UTAH plex and the combination of any two of these f systems will increase the integration problem IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES exponentially. The information gained from this HONORING LARRY INMAN AS HE Monday, September 29, 2008 research could be significant in furthering the RECEIVES NMU’S DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARD Mr. CANNON. Madam Speaker, pursuant to nation’s defense capabilities. the Republican Leadership standards on ear- f marks, I am submitting the following informa- HON. BART STUPAK tion for publication in the CONGRESSIONAL RECOGNIZING DEAN STEVE OLSON OF MICHIGAN OF SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA RECORD regarding earmarks I received as part IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of H.R. 2638, the Consolidated Security, Dis- Monday, September 29, 2008 aster Assistance and Continuing appropria- HON. MIKE THOMPSON tions Act, 2009: Mr. STUPAK. Madam Speaker, I rise to rec- OF CALIFORNIA Congressman CHRIS CANNON. H.R. 2638. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ognize Larry Inman as he receives Northern Account: FY09 Defense, Air Force Procure- Michigan University’s Distinguished Alumni Monday, September 29, 2008 ment, 048 C–130. Award. Larry is a northern Michigan resident Project: SENIOR SCOUT Beyond Line-of- Mr. THOMPSON of California. Madam who has been an exemplary leader in busi- Sight, BLOS, Satcom Data Link Project. Speaker, I rise today along with my colleague, ness, in his community and in the State of Recipient: L3 Communication Systems Congresswoman LYNN WOOLSEY, to recognize Michigan. I ask that you, Madam Speaker, and West, located at 6400 North 2200 West, Salt Steve Olson, who has recently retired as Dean the entire U.S. House of Representatives, join Lake City, UT 84116. of Occupational Education and Economic De- me in honoring Larry as he receives this Description: It is my understanding that the velopment at Santa Rosa Junior College award for his service to NMU and his commu- $7 million will be used to upgrade the SENIOR (SRJC). nity. SCOUT system to increase connectivity and Dean Olson began his career as a Plant Larry earned an associate’s degree from data rates for real-time Reachback and dis- Science Instructor at SRJC in 1970 and was Northwestern Michigan College in Traverse semination of intelligence to national and tac- named Department Chair in 1974. Thirteen City before graduating from Northern Michigan tical consumers. years later, he was selected as Dean of In- University in Marquette in 1976. He is a retired Spending Plan: The $7 million in funds will struction, Educational Programs and Services. vice president of Huntington National Bank. be used for two fixed-site SATCOM Earth Ter- In this role he administered a variety of pro- Since he was first elected in 1993, Larry has minals supporting SENIOR SCOUT missions. grams for the college including the Agriculture served as a Grand Traverse County Commis- One fixed site would be located in the CONUS Department, the college’s Shone Farm, inter- sioner, where he has been instrumental in as- for exploitation/analysis of SENIOR SCOUT national education, as well as Community Out- sisting with economic development for the data and the second site would be Out-of- reach and Development. county. CONUS supporting Theater tactical oper- During his tenure at SRJC, he helped estab- Beyond his career in banking and service to ations. lish the Agriculture and Natural Resources De- the Grand Traverse region, Larry has also Congressman CHRIS CANNON. H.R. 2638. partment and the college farm. He also ex- served the State of Michigan in a number of Account: Aircraft Procurement 001 F–35. panded course offerings to more than 50 sites capacities. Since 1998, he has represented a Project: Automated Composite Technologies throughout Sonoma County, created a study 10–county region of the Northwest Michigan and Manufacturing Center Project.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:55 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR08\E30SE8.000 E30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD September 30, 2008 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 23497 Recipient: Alliant Techsystems, ATK, lo- Recipient: Northrop Grumman Corp, located Title: Earmark Declaration. cated at Bldg. B14, Freeport Center, at 1000 Wilson Blvd., Suite 2300, Arlington, Requesting Member: Congressman FRANK Clearfield, UT. VA, 22209 LUCAS. Description: It is my understanding that the Description: It is my understanding that the $5 million will be used to scale-up enhanced $2 million will be used to accelerate develop- Date: September 29, 2008. fiber placement processing technologies. ment of Fiber Optic Conformal Acoustic Veloc- Pursuant to the Republican Leadership Spending Plan: The program will provide im- ity Sensor, FOCAVES, technology for the next standards on earmarks, I am submitting the proved military capability to fulfill an unmet re- generation SSN, Virginia Block IV, and the fol- following information for publication in the quirement or need identified by the Depart- low-on Ballistic Missile Submarine. These sys- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD regarding earmarks I ment of Defense. Funding execution and ex- tems need to be demonstrated in the 2009– received as part of H.R. 2638. penditure plans shall be developed and ap- 2010 timeframe to support future ship sonar proved by the responsible program manager acquisition efforts. Account: Defense-wide, RDT&E. for the Department of Defense, Military Serv- Spending Plan: Complete development and Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Oklahoma ice or Department of Defense Agency, pursu- fabrication of a SSN FOCAVES Wide Aperture State University. Array Panel. Conduct integration and testing ant to applicable federal acquisition laws, reg- Address of Requesting Entity: 101 White- of the FOCAVES panel Begin risk reduction ulations and guidelines. hurst, Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA. Congressman CHRIS CANNON. H.R. 2638. simulation/stimulation and testing at Lake Sen- Account: Research, Development, Test and eca. Description of Request: I received an ear- Evaluation, 33 0603005A Combat Vehicle and f mark of $1,600,000 for the University Multi- Automotive Advanced Technology. Spectral Laboratory (UML) and Analytical Project: JAMMA Lightweight, Armored, Hy- RECOGNIZING MR. ROBERT P. Services Center (ASCENT). This funding will brid, Power Generating, Tactical Vehicle PAGE be used to perform testing, integration and Project. commercialization of chemical, biological, radi- Recipient: Klune Industries, located at 1800 HON. CHARLIE MELANCON ological, nuclear and explosive (CBRNE) and N. 300 West, Spanish Fork, UT 84660. OF LOUISIANA command, control, communications, com- Description: It is my understanding that the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES puters, intelligence surveillance and reconnais- $2 million will be used for the Joint, All-terrain, Monday, September 29, 2008 sance (C4ISR) sensor-related technologies. Modular Mobility Asset (JAMMA) family of ve- Mr. MELANCON. Madam Speaker, I would This project is a SOCOM/Oklahoma State Uni- hicles which is designed to greatly enhance like to take this time to commend Mr. Robert versity collaboration. It will fuse academic, mission performance and survivability and be- P. Page, an outstanding citizen and business technical, and tactical assets and provide edu- come a force multiplier for all U.S. conven- leader from Houma, Louisiana. I wanted to cation and training to facilitate rapid movement tional and special operations forces. recognize him today as he is in the final of new technical concepts to marketable prod- Spending Plan: The funds will be used for months of his term as the President of the Na- ucts via technology transfer. It will further sup- building test article JAMMA vehicles for User tional Association of Professional Insurance ply a secure facility for sensitive research, as Group validation, for advanced requirements Agents. needed. testing, and for refinement of the design in re- Mr. Page has distinguished himself through- gards to lowering the manufacturing costs of (2) Account: Defense-wide, RDT&E. out his career as a professional insurance the JAMMA family of vehicles. agent and he has exhibited only the highest Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Oklahoma Congressman CHRIS CANNON. H.R. 2638. standards of honesty, integrity and profes- State University. Account: Air Force Procurement, Research, sionalism, serving as the President of the Pro- Address of Requesting Entity: 101 White- Development, Test and Evaluation, 12 fessional Insurance Agents of Louisiana. hurst, Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA. 0602204F Aerospace Sensors. Despite suffering personal losses as the re- Project: Space Qualification of the Common Description of Request: I received an ear- sult of Hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Gustav, Data Link. mark of $2,000,000 for the Aging Systems Mr. Page has provided uninterrupted service Recipient: L3 Communication Systems Sustainment and Enabling Technologies to the clients of his insurance agency in West, located at 6400 North 2200 West, Salt (ASSET) program. This funding will be used Houma, going above and beyond the call of Lake City, UT 84116. for the ASSET program to develop, test, and duty to assist his fellow citizens who suffered Description: It is my understanding that the transfer cost-effective logistics support tech- devastating losses after each storm. $1.6 million will be used to increase persist- Mr. Page has worked tirelessly to develop a nologies to reduce the costs associated with ence of intelligence data from space-based mechanism to deal with natural catastrophes support of aging weapons systems and air- systems to the combatant forces. The addition throughout the United States, serving as the craft. The ASSET program addresses DOD of CDL to space-based military ISR and com- founding member of the Professional Insur- needs for procuring replacement parts for mercial remote sensing platforms allows in- ance Agents Natural Catastrophe Task Force. aging systems and aircraft, and helps DOD theater tasking collaboration, collection and With his years of hard work and dedication confront problems associated with corrosion. dissemination that can take place in real-time Mr. Page has earned the respect and admira- (3) Account: Defense-wide, RDT&E. by the war fighter using existing deployed CDL tion of his many colleagues throughout the in- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Oklahoma ground infrastructure to support multi-layered surance industry. He has embodied the motto State University. sensor networks for air, space, and cyber do- of his insurance association, ‘‘Local Agents mains. Serving Main Street America’’ Address of Requesting Entity: 101 White- Spending Plan: The funds will be used to Therefore, I’d like to congratulate and com- hurst, Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA. continue work directed by the Air Force Re- mend Robert P. Page of Houma, Louisiana Description of Request: I received an ear- search Laboratory, Wright Patterson AFB. upon the successful completion of his term as Specifically for Harden MODEM, Analog-to- mark of $1,200,000 for the National Reposi- President of the National Association of Pro- tory of Digital Forensic Intelligence (NRDFI) Digital converters and other key components fessional Insurance Agents. to space environment, ‘‘S–Qual’’, and to and the Center for Telecommunications and produce and test Common Data Link system f Network Security (CTANS). This funding will to support Operationally Responsive Space EARMARK DECLARATION be used for CTANS in collaboration with De- initiatives including TACSAT II and other fense Cyber Crimes Center (DC3) to design space-based ISR platforms. HON. FRANK D. LUCAS and construct a repository for digital forensic intelligence in an effort to increase efficiency Congressman CHRIS CANNON. H.R. 2638. OF OKLAHOMA and effectiveness of analysts and investiga- Account: Navy Research, Test and Evalua- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion, 42 0603561N Advanced Submarine Sys- tors. This tool has the potential to greatly in- tem Development. Monday, September 29, 2008 crease efficiency and effectiveness of analysts Project: Fiber Optic Conformal Acoustic Ve- Mr. LUCAS. Madam Speaker, I submit the and investigators, whether working in foreign locity Sensor. following: intelligence or criminal prosecution.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:55 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR08\E30SE8.001 E30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 23498 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 September 30, 2008 GOVERNMENT NEEDS LIMITED Scouting, he has not only earned numerous Staffing and Training ROLE merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- Management and Project Oversight ily, peers, and community. Identify and Technology to Needs Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join Select Projects HON. JOE WILSON Start First Project: ...... 2,100 OF SOUTH CAROLINA me in commending Sean Patrick Kennan for Trial of Process his accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Develop needed maturity for Tran- America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- sition to Production Monday, September 29, 2008 ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. Details of project spending: Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Madam Salaries ...... 1,400 f Speaker, government, when tasked with help- Material ...... 300 ing to solve a national crisis, will naturally rush EARMARK DECLARATION Test Equipment and Facility use 400 to grow the size of government and its influ- Start Second Project: ...... 2,000 Proof Process with Lessons ence. Thankfully, cooler heads can often pre- HON. STEVE BUYER Learned vail even in the halls of Congress. OF INDIANA Develop needed maturity for Tran- There is a fragile balance between the mer- sition to Production IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES its of a free market and the requisite oversight Details of project spending: of government. Government involvement and Monday, September 29, 2008 Salaries ...... 1,300 regulation that is necessary should always be Mr. BUYER. Madam Speaker, the attached Material ...... 300 Test Equipment and Facility use 400 targeted and limited. We need smarter regula- financial plans are provided in support of tion, not overregulation. projects listed in H.R. 2638, Consolidated Se- Total ...... 5,000 Additionally, while some may insist that cer- curity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Percent and Source of Matching Funds: tain institutions are too big to fail, we must Appropriations Act, 2009. recognize that small businesses and enter- None. prises are never too small to ignore. Small Detailed Finance Plan for National Test Justification for Use of Federal taxpayer dol- Facility for Aerospace Fuels and Propulsion businesses are what drive this Nation’s econ- lars: omy. When we defend the American taxpayer Budget: Our Government spends billions of dollars Equipment & Supplies ...... $2,130,000 and their wallets against massive spending, each year on science and technology and re- Salary ...... 850,000 search and development. Many we are defending the very foundation of our Travel ...... 20,000 economic success. We are defending those groundbreaking technologies never make it to Source of Match Funding: Purdue Univer- who create the jobs and grow our economy. the intended uses simply because it is difficult sity. In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we and time consuming to bridge the funding Sustainability: will never forget September 11th. gaps and acquisition administration require- Potential sources of funding along with as- f ments. National Radio Frequency (RF) R&D sociated sustainability possibilities include: and Technology Transfer Center is intended to PERSONAL EXPLANATION Office of Energy and Defense Center for facilitate technology transfer to production, to Coal Technology Research (CCTR)—Test and promote small business initiatives, and to gain HON. TIM MURPHY development support for Fischer-Tropsch (FT) higher returns on research dollars. fuels. OF PENNSYLVANIA DoD Clean Fuels Initiative—this facility will f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES have the capabilities for long-term test oper- Monday, September 29, 2008 ations and data collection. EARMARK DECLARATION Mr. TIM MURPHY of Pennsylvania. Madam DARPA BAA—this facility will have the ca- Speaker, on rollcall No. 661 H.R. 928, the In- pabilities to conduct development work for HON. KENNY C. HULSHOF spector General Reform Act of 2008, had I Biofuels, a strategic initiative under DARPA. OF MISSOURI Rolls Royce—through the Purdue University been present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Madam Speaker, on rollcall No. 662 H.R. Technology Center (UTC) Monday, September 29, 2008 7081, the United States-India Nuclear Co- Caterpillar—long-term test operations data. operation Approval and Nonproliferation En- The Boeing Company—support and devel- Mr. HULSHOF. Madam Speaker, consistent hancement Act, had I been present, I would opment of alternative fuels initiatives under- with the Republican leadership’s policy on ear- have voted ‘‘yes’’. way. marks, I am requesting funding for Chemical Madam Speaker, on rollcall No. 663 H.R. Justification for Use of Tax Dollars: and Biological—Protective Hangars (CAB–PH) 6707, Taking Responsible Action for Commu- In an executive act, President Bush has in fiscal year 2009, in H.R. 2638, Department nity Safety Act, had I been present, I would committed U.S. military installations to use of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, have voted ‘‘no’’. green fuels. The Department of Defense is 2008, Continuing Resolution, from account 27 f committed to approval of all aircraft for flight 0602786A: Warfighter Technology. The entity on synthetic fuel blends by the end of 2008. to receive funding for this project is Production HONORING SEAN PATRICK Furthermore, Boeing and Virgin intend to fly a Products Inc., located at 1285 Dunn Road, St. KENNAN green aircraft using bio-fuel. The Civil Aviation Louis, Missouri 63138. The funding would be Alternative Fuel Initiative developed a road- used for the development of Chemical and Bi- HON. SAM GRAVES map for the integration of new fuel tech- ological—Protective Hangars, CAB–PH, for OF MISSOURI nologies into the aerospace industry. This the Army helicopter fleet. I certify that neither project will maintain a multi-faceted National IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I nor my spouse has any financial interest in Testing Facility to support development and this project. Monday, September 29, 2008 testing of alternative energy sources for aero- I hereby certify that to the best of my knowl- Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly space equipment, assisting the Federal gov- edge this request (1) is not directed to an enti- pause to recognize Sean Patrick Kennan of ernment and the private aerospace sector in ty or program named or will be named after a Liberty, Missouri. Sean is a very special young meeting their green fuel objectives. sitting Member of Congress; (2) is not in- man who has exemplified the finest qualities Detailed Finance Plan for National Radio tended for a ‘‘front’’ or ‘‘pass through’’ entity; of citizenship and leadership by taking an ac- Frequency R&D and Technology Transfer and (3) meets or exceeds all statutory require- tive part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop Center. ments for matching funds where applicable. I 1376, and earning the most prestigious award The requested funds will be the only source further certify that should this request be in- of Eagle Scout. of funding. Funds will be used as follows: cluded in the bill, I will place a statement in Sean has been very active with his troop, [Dollars in thousands] the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD describing how participating in many Scout activities. Over the Establish the Center and Participant the funds will be spent and justifying the use many years Sean has been involved with Coordination: ...... 900 of Federal taxpayer funds.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:55 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR08\E30SE8.001 E30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD September 30, 2008 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 23499 EARMARK DECLARATION funding will be used to continue the project Faculty—$419,195. which focuses on state-of-the-art research on Staff—$1,349,209. HON. MARIO DIAZ-BALART technologies to treat bio-threat agents and de- Equipment—$1,377,000. OF FLORIDA velop methods of bio-defense for combat and Telemedicine Equipment—$300,000. civilian use. Scientists at Florida Gulf Coast IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Minor Other Equipment—$70,000. University, FGCU, are utilizing a library of Software Licenses—$120,000. Monday, September 29, 2008 novel small molecule chemistries that have a Minor supplies—$387,000. Mr. DIAZ-BALART of Florida. Madam high and selective binding affinity for a broad Programming Consultants—$500,000. Speaker, pursuant to the Republican Leader- range of bio-threat agents. There is a critical ship standards on earmarks, I am submitting need for new technologies that can be used Total—$3,146,194. the following information for publication in the for the treatment and inactivation of bio-threat Indirect Costs—$853,806. CONGRESSIONAL RECORD regarding earmarks I agents and pathogens important to bio-de- TATRC 20 percent—1,000,000. received as part of H.R. 2638, the Fiscal Year fense efforts. Viruses and other pathogens Grand Total—$5,000,000. 2009 Consolidated Security, Disaster Assist- can be attacked either externally while they ance, and Continuing Appropriations Act. are being transmitted between host cells or in- f ternally once they have infested a host cell CENTER FOR OPHTHALMIC INNOVATION and are actively replicating. New technologies EARMARK DECLARATION Requesting Member: Representative MARIO developed at FGCU have the promise to revo- DIAZ-BALART (FL–25). lutionize drug targeting by using molecular Bill Number: H.R. 2638, Report 110–181. HON. JOHN J. DUNCAN, JR. methods to design novel therapeutic mol- Account: RDT&E. OF TENNESSEE ecules and by using physical methods to de- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: University liver drugs to the specific site. These tech- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of Miami. nologies can be used to overcome one of the Address of Requesting Entity: 1252 Memo- Monday, September 29, 2008 primary limitations of modern pharmacology, rial Dr, Ashe Administrative Building Room the inability to specifically target therapeutic Mr. DUNCAN. Madam Speaker, consistent 230, Coral Gables, FL 33146. molecules, and have applications for infectious with House Republican Earmark Standards, I Description of Request: I received an appro- diseases, cancer aging, and cardiopulmonary am submitting the following earmark disclo- priation of $2,400,000 for the Center for Oph- diseases. sure information for project requests that I thalmic Innovation at the Bascom Palmer Eye made and which were included within the SPENDING PLAN Institute. This funding will be used to help de- Personnel—$600,000. House Amendment to the Senate Amendment velop new modalities of treatment and ensure Equipment—$100,000. for H.R. 2638, the ‘‘Consolidated Security, Dis- direct treatment of military personnel through Supplies—$180,000. aster Assistance, and Continuing Appropria- the development of relevant ophthalmic tele- Travel—$20,000. tions Act, 2009.’’ medicine initiatives. This funding will aid the Indirect—$300,000. Requesting Member: Congressman JOHN Center in continuing research on advanced Grand Total—$1,200,000. DUNCAN. ocular imaging technology enabling more ac- JACKSON HEALTH CENTER Account: Research, Development, Test and curate diagnosis of hereditary retinal disease, Requesting Member: Representative MARIO Evaluation, Air Force. better monitoring of treatments for wet and dry DIAZ-BALART (FL–25). Project Amount: $1,600,000. macular degeneration, rapid and cost-effective Bill Number: H.R. 2638, Report 110–181. Legal Name of Requesting Entity: University screening for diabetic retinopathy, better eval- Account: RDT&E. of Tennessee, 328 Ferris Hall, 1508 Middle uation of refractive surgical outcomes, and the Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Jackson Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996. ability to qualify dry eye disease. Additionally, Health System. the Center is developing new operational sys- Address of Requesting Entity: 1611 NW Description of Request: This funding will be tems for ophthalmic telemedicine to bring high 12th Ave. Miami, FL 33136–1096. used to explore novel energy harvesting meth- quality eye disease screening to military per- Description of Request: I received an appro- ods, including biofuels, hydrogen-based sys- sonnel as well as every United States citizen. priation of $6,000,000 for the Military Trauma tems, miniature nuclear batteries, etc. Eye health is vitally important to the Depart- Care Training and First Responder Information Requesting Member: Congressman JOHN ment of Defense as active military personnel Technology Initiatives at Jackson Memorial DUNCAN. must have perfect visual acuity to carry out Health System in partnership with the Army Account: Research, Development, Test and their duties effectively. At least 16 percent of Trauma Training Center, ATTC, situated in the Evaluation, Defense-Wide. war casualties are due to eye trauma, and mil- University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Project Amount: $1,600,000. Center. The ATTC has functioned as the na- lions of retired military personnel suffer from Legal Name of Requesting Entity: tional training center for U.S. Army Forward age-related eye disease. Diamondview Glass Ceramic, 110 West Old Surgical Teams (FSTs) since 2001. Monthly, AJ Highway, Jefferson City, TN 37760 SPENDING PLAN the ATTC conducts 14-day training program Description of Request: This funding will be Imaging and Telemedicine—$445,205. for deploying FSTs in order to improve clinical used for the rapid development of an innova- Prevention and Restoration—$454,797. skills and teamwork. The resources of the tive ceramic crystallite reinforced glass system Eye Disease Project Prevention—$245,853. Ryder Trauma Center and the William Lehman for light-weight, low-cost ballistic windows for Minor equipment and supplies—$120,945. Injury Research Center present a unique op- architectural use for threats including small Total Direct Cost—$1,266,799. portunity to develop and evaluate new and in- Indirect Costs—$653,201. novative diagnostic and treatment tools and arms and explosions. TATRAC 20 percent—$480,000. point-of-care information systems to maximize Requesting Member: Congressman JOHN Grand Total—$2,400,000. the care of injured soldiers. The Center is de- DUNCAN. DUAL-USE TECHNOLOGIES FOR BIO-DEFENSE veloping diagnostics and devices to enhance Account: Military Construction, ANG. Requesting Member: Representative MARIO the capability of first-responders to effectively Project Amount: $8,000,000. DIAZ-BALART (FL–25). treat casualties as close to the geographic lo- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: McGee Bill Number: H.R. 2638, Report 110–181. cation and time of the injury as possible. Since Tyson ANG Base, located at 320 Post Ave- Account: DTRA. January 2001, the Army Trauma Training Cen- nue, McGee Tyson ANG Base, TN 37777. Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Florida ter, in conjunction with the Ryder Trauma Description of Request: The funding will be Gulf Coast University. Center, has trained over 25 forward surgical used to replace the current KC–135 Squadron Address of Requesting Entity: 10501 FGCU teams and more than 650 Army personnel in Operations Facility located at the 134th Air Blvd. South, Fort Myers, FL 33965–6565. active duty and reserve components—2⁄3 of all Refueling Wing, McGee Tyson Air National Description of Request: I received an appro- forward surgical teams in the U.S. Army—sup- Guard Base. The Squadron Operations are priation of $1,200,000 for the Dual Use Tech- porting over 75,000 combat troops. currently housed in a facility that is antiquated nologies for Bio-Defense: Drug Design and SPENDING PLAN and not properly laid out to allow for the Delivery of Novel Therapeutics project. This Salaries—$1,769,194. smooth flow of KC–135 operations.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:55 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR08\E30SE8.001 E30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 23500 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 September 30, 2008 HONORING MATTHEW JOSEPH this Catholic community of believers has been the Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear DILLMAN a point of pride for the entire Calumet commu- High-Yield Explosives Enhanced Response nity for 100 years. I join with parishioners and Force Package (CERFP) units receive the HON. SAM GRAVES the entire Calumet community in wishing St. training they need to respond to an attack OF MISSOURI Paul the Apostle Catholic Church well as we using weapons of mass destruction. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mark this milestone and look forward to an- Amount: $2.4 million. other 100 years of stories. Account: Research, Development, Test and Monday, September 29, 2008 Madam Speaker, as St. Paul the Apostle Evaluation, Army. Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly Church celebrates its centennial this October, Entity receiving funds: Infinia located at pause to recognize Matthew Joseph Dillman I ask that you and the entire U.S. House of 6811 West Okanogan Pl, Kennewick, WA of Kansas City, Missouri. Matthew is a very Representatives join with me, the parishioners, 99336. special young man who has exemplified the and the entire Calumet community in wishing Description: Funds will be used to provide finest qualities of citizenship and leadership by St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church well as the Army with power generation on the battle- taking an active part in the Boy Scouts of we mark this milestone and look forward to field (a Sterling Tactical Cogeneration System America, Troop 1376, and earning the most another 100 years of stories. or STaCS) that is small, efficient, quiet, low prestigious award of Eagle Scout. f maintenance and reliable. This system is Matthew has been very active with his aimed at providing critical electricity needed by HONORING THE RETIREMENT OF troop, participating in many scout activities. our troops on the battlefield. OFFICER WAYNE BILES Over the many years Matthew has been in- Amount: $1.2 million. volved with scouting, he has not only earned Account: Research, Development, Test and numerous merit badges, but also the respect HON. BILL FOSTER Evaluation, Army. of his family, peers, and community. OF ILLINOIS Entity receiving funds: Moses Lake General Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Dynamics located at 9256 Randolph Road NE, me in commending Matthew Joseph Dillman Monday, September 29, 2008 Moses Lake, WA 98837. for his accomplishments with the Boy Scouts Description: Funds will be used to provide Mr. FOSTER. Madam Speaker, I am sub- of America and for his efforts put forth in the Army with non-lethal munitions to aid mitting this statement to express congratula- achieving the highest distinction of Eagle troops in the dispersion of the enemy while on tions and gratitude to Officer Wayne Biles on Scout. the battlefield. the occasion of his retirement from the Aurora f Amount: $3.2 million. Police Department. Account: Research, Development, Test and On September 12, Officer Biles retired after HONORING THE ST. PAUL THE Evaluation, Navy nearly 33 years with the Aurora Police Depart- APOSTLE CHURCH IN CALUMET, Entity receiving funds: Insitu located at 118 ment, 20 years of which he spent as president MICHIGAN AS IT CELEBRATES East Columbia River Way, Bingen, WA 98605. ITS CENTENNIAL of the Association of Professional Police Offi- Description: Funds will be used to provide cers. the Navy with a Portable Launch and Recov- During his years with the force, Officer Biles ery System that would allow small unmanned HON. BART STUPAK saw the department and the community grow aerial vehicles to operate from Navy vessels. OF MICHIGAN significantly. As union president, he has Amount: $25 million. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES worked with seven different chiefs to reach Account: Research, Development and Oper- Monday, September 29, 2008 workable agreements that suit the police force ations—Laboratory Facilities. and the community they serve. Mr. STUPAK. Madam Speaker, I rise to rec- Entity receiving funds: Pacific Northwest Na- Even in retirement, Officer Biles plans to re- ognize St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in tional Laboratory located at P.O. Box 999, main active in his community. He exemplifies Calumet, MI, on its 100th anniversary. St. Paul Richland, WA 22352. the devoted public service to which we all the Apostle Church is celebrating its centen- Description: Funds will be used to complete should strive. nial in October and I ask that you, Madam federal laboratory space critical to national se- I offer my best wishes to Officer Biles and Speaker, and the entire U.S. House of Rep- curity. The Lab supports the Department of his family, and I thank him for more than three resentatives, join me in commemorating this Homeland Security, the Department of Energy decades of service. historic milestone. Office of Science, and the National Nuclear St. Paul the Apostle Church was founded in f Security Administration. 1889 by Slovenian immigrants who came to EARMARK DECLARATION f the Copper Country to work in the mines. For- merly known as St. Joseph, the first structure HON. DOC HASTINGS RECOGNIZING COMMUNITY OP- on the same site was a wooden church that TIONS NATIONAL DISABILITY OF WASHINGTON was razed in 1902 by a fire. The present AWARENESS WEEK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES structure, with its impressive twin spires tow- ering over the community, was built in 1908 of Monday, September 29, 2008 HON. PATRICK J. MURPHY Jacobsville sandstone. By 1966, the popu- Mr. HASTINGS of Washington. Madam OF PENNSYLVANIA lation of Calumet had drastically declined and Speaker, to provide open disclosure, I am IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES St. Joseph’s closed. However, the former St. submitting the following information for publi- Monday, September 29, 2008 Joseph’s re-opened the next day with a new cation in the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD regard- name: St. Paul the Apostle. ing projects that I support for inclusion in the Mr. PATRICK J. MURPHY of Pennsylvania. The building’s storied history is of particular Department of Defense Appropriations bill and Madam Speaker, I rise to celebrate Commu- pride to its parishioners, who began a capital the Homeland Security Appropriations bill for nity Options National Disability Awareness campaign to restore some of the remodeled FY 2009, which were included as part of H.R. Week. This year, it takes place from October elements from 1966 to their former glory. More 2638, the Consolidated Security, Disaster As- 20 through October 24 and I am proud to rec- than $1 million was spent on various projects, sistance, and Continuing Appropriations Act, ognize it. Since 1989, Community Options, a from the installation of an elevator and new 2009. national non-profit organization headquartered roof, to upgrades in the electrical system and Amount: $800,000. in Princeton, New Jersey, has worked to pro- replacement of carpeting. Some of the more Account: Operation and Maintenance, Army vide housing, support services and advocacy aesthetic elements in the church have also re- National Guard. assistance to help empower people with dis- ceived a makeover from the Affiliated Artists of Entity receiving funds: HAMMER Training abilities. Through emphasizing the dignity of Milwaukee, WI. and Education Center located at 2890 Horn every person and freedom of self determina- A great deal of money, effort, blood, sweat, Rapids Road, Richland, WA 99354. tion, their success has been an inspiration. and tears went into St. Paul the Apostle Description: Funds will be used to ensure Community Options has helped more than Church in Calumet. Under different names, that additional Civil Support Team (CST) and 1,300 individuals with disabilities in various

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I certify that neither brating Community Options National Disability ations of the 88th Air Base Wing Security I nor my spouse has any financial interest in Awareness Week and give thanks to Commu- Forces Squadron (88 SFS), which provides this project. nity Options for making a difference in the security and police services for Wright-Patter- f lives of individuals with disabilities and ena- son Air Force Base. I certify that neither I nor EARMARK DECLARATION bling them to live a full empowered life of their my spouse has any financial interest in this choice. project. HON. ILEANA ROS-LEHTINEN f 4. Project—Tactical Metal Fabrication Sys- tem (TacFab). OF FLORIDA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES EARMARK DECLARATION Requesting Member: MICHAEL TURNER. Bill Number: H.R. 2638. Monday, September 29, 2008 HON. MICHAEL R. TURNER Account: Army, RDT&E. Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Madam Speaker, pur- OF OHIO Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Army suant to Republican Leadership standards on IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tank Automotive Research, Development, En- earmarks, I am submitting the following infor- gineering Center. Monday, September 29, 2008 mation for publication in the CONGRESSIONAL Address of Requesting Entity: Dearborn, MI. RECORD regarding earmarks I received as part Mr. TURNER. Madam Speaker, I submit the Description of Request: $2,000,000 is ap- of H.R. 2638, the Consolidated Security, Dis- following: for the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD re- propriated for the Tactical Metal Fabrication aster Assistance, and Continuing Appropria- garding Member requests associated with the System in fiscal year 2009. The entity to re- tions Act, 2009. FY2009 CRH.R. 2638 Homeland Security Ap- ceive funding for this project is the Army Tank Name of Requesting Member: ILEANA ROS- propriations Act. Automotive Research, Development, Engi- LEHTINEN. 1. Project—INTEGRATED ELECTRICAL START- neering Center in Dearborn, MI. The funding Account: Defense, Research Test and Eval- ER/GENERATOR (IES/G). will help Tactical Metal Fabrication (TacFab) uation (Army). Requesting Member: MICHAEL TURNER. System design, develop and build a mobile, Project Name: Mass Scale Biosensor Threat Bill Number: H.R. 2638. containerized foundry, deployable overseas as Diagnostic for In-Theater Defense Utilization at Account: Air Force, RDT&E. a companion to RMS, the Army’s Rapid Manu- FlU. Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Air Force facturing System. I certify that neither I nor my Amount: $8,000,000. Contact: Dr. Joe Leigh Simpson, Executive Research Laboratory. spouse has any financial interest in this Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, College Address of Requesting Entity: Wright-Patter- project. of Medicine; Florida International University son Air Force Base, Dayton, OH. 5. Nano-Composite Structures Manufac- (FIU) 11200 S.W. 8th Street, Miami, Florida Description of Request: $1,600,000 is ap- turing Technology Development. 33199. propriated for an Integrated Electrical Starter/ Requesting Member: MICHAEL TURNER. Detailed Budget: Generator in fiscal year 2009. The entity to re- Bill Number: H.R. 2638. ceive funding for this project is Air Force Re- Account: Air Force, RDT&E. Requested Requested search Laboratory at Wright Patterson Air Item funds funds Total Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Air Force year 1 year 2 Force Base in Dayton, OH. The funding would Research Laboratory. be used to help develop a pre-prototype, Address of Requesting Entity: Wright-Patter- Salaries and Fringes for 1 Bio- medical Engineering, 1 sensorless IES/G to demonstrate the feasibility son Air Force Base, Dayton, OH. Electrical/Computer Engi- of supplying both main engine start function Description of Request: $800,000 is appro- neering, and 2 College of Medicine faculty (1 Genetic; and the electrical power necessary to operate priated for Nano-Composite Structures Manu- 1 Reproductive Endocri- all aircraft systems. I certify that neither I nor facturing Technology Development in fiscal nology) ($250,000 each) ..... $1,000,000 $500,000 $1,500,000 (University my spouse has any financial interest in this year 2009. The entity to receive funding for match project. this project is the Air Force Research Labora- $500,000 year–02) 2. Production of Nanocomposites for tory at Wright Patterson Air Force Base in 3 lab tech. (@75K ea.) (salary Aeorospace Applications. Dayton, OH. The funding will enable the nano- and fringe) ...... 225,000 ...... 225,000 Supplies ...... 100,000 50,000 150,000 Requesting Member: MICHAEL TURNER. composite materials and structures manufac- Sample Collections ...... 20,000 30,000 50,000 Bill Number: H.R. 2638. Research Coordinator (salary turing technology development and dem- and fringe) ...... 75,000 ...... 75,000 Account: Air Force, RDT&E. onstration from this R&D project to meet na- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Air Force tional defense needs by providing lighter Total Direct Costs ...... 1,420,000 580,000 2,000,000 Research Laboratory. weight and lower cost composite structures Name of Requesting Member: ILEANA ROS- Address of Requesting Entity: Wright-Patter- manufacturing processes for defense systems LEHTINEN. son Air Force Base, Dayton, OH. applications such as sensor and weapon plat- Account: Defense, Operation and Mainte- Description of Request: $1,600,000 is ap- forms. I certify that neither I nor my spouse nance (Navy). propriated for the Production of Nanocompos- has any financial interest in this project. Project Name: Modernization/Restoration of ites for Aerospace Applications in fiscal year 6. HYBRID BEARING. Naval Air Station Key West Facilities and In- 2009. The entity to receive funding for this Requesting Member: MICHAEL TURNER. frastructure. project is the Air Force Research Laboratory Bill Number: H.R. 2638. Amount: $6,000,000. at Wright Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Account: Air Force, RDT&E. Contact: Ron Demes, Naval Air Station Key OH. The funding will transition nanomaterials Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Air Force West, FL 33040–9001. technology into Air Force applications. I certify Research Laboratory. Naval Air Station, Key West is in need of that neither I nor my spouse has any financial Address of Requesting Entity: Wright-Patter- funding for Repair and Upgrading of Landing/ interest in this project. son Air Force Base, Dayton, OH. Arresting Gear for enhanced safety of flight 3. Project—Security Forces Operations Fa- Description of Request: $1,600,000 is ap- and is also in need of repair/restoration of the cility. propriated for Hybrid Bearings in fiscal year bridge providing access to the Ordnance Stor- Requesting Member: MICHAEL TURNER. 2009. The entity to receive funding for this age Facility. Naval Air Station Key West pro- Bill Number: H.R. 2638. project is the Air Force Research Laboratory vides fleet readiness training for Navy, Air Account: Air Force, Mil Con. at Wright Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Force, Air National Guard and Allied Air Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Wright- OH. The funding being requested will help de- Forces and multiple facilities are in need of re- Patterson Air Force Base. velop a high speed bearing for aerospace ap- pair or upgrading in order to maintain readi- Address of Requesting Entity: Dayton, OH. plications that will provide exceptional hot ness and also for continued safety of flight.

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The restoration/modernization requested will $59,744; and FY2009 DHS Request, Name of Requesting Member: ILEANA ROS- enhance the training and safety of military pi- $2,000,000. LEHTINEN. lots from all of the services; will help avoid Percent and source of required matching Account: Homeland Security, FEMA Na- costly accidents and will contribute to en- fund: City of Miami Beach match is 36.8% of tional Pre-disaster Mitigation. hanced readiness. the anticipated project cost. This only included Project Name: City of Miami Stormwater Name of Requesting Member: ILEANA ROS- EOC equipment; it does not include the con- Project. struction costs of the EOC. The EOC con- LEHTINEN. Amount: $1,000,000. struction is included as part of the $12.9 mil- Account: Homeland Security, FEMA Na- Contact: Ignacio Ortiz-Petit, Senior Assistant tional Pre-disaster Mitigation. lion renovation, expansion and new construc- tion of a Fire Station. to the City Manager, 3500 Pan American Project Name: Miami Beach Interoperability/ Justification for use of federal taxpayer dol- Drive, Miami, Florida 331333. Communication/Emergency Operations Center lars: This project continues the City’s invest- a. Anticipated sources of the funding for the Amount: $1,000,000. ment in enhancing the interoperability and duration of the project: The City of Miami is re- Contact: Kevin Crowder, City of Miami communication aspects of the City’s homeland questing $1,250 for the City of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami security initiatives, including enhancements to Stormwater Project. The City of Miami antici- Beach, Florida 33139. the Emergency Operations Center that the pates that the remaining $8,022,248 will come Total Project Cost: $3,165,977. City has invested in and is currently under from the state. Federal Funding Request (DHS): construction. Projects also include SWAT re- Dollar Percent of Is this $2,000,000. sponse capabilities, Video surveillance, re- Sources of funding amount total project funding Anticipated sources of funding: CMB Equip- gional waterborne response, command and requested cost committed? ment Fund 302 (EOC), $565,314; CMB Equip- communications van, interoperable wireless Appropriations ...... $1,250,000 13 No. ment Emergency Funds (EOC), $370,817; communications systems, antidote kits, and State funds ...... $8,022,248 87 No. CMB Disaster Recovery Network Access Point other interoperability technology and commu- (NAP), $170,102; Telephone Switch at NAP, nication initiatives. Detailed Budget:

Federal Item Cost request State Total

Kinloch storm sewer improvements project ...... $4,046,507 ...... $4,046,507 Englewood storm sewer ...... 1,093,165 $147,371 $945,794 1,093,163 Northwest storm sewers ...... 1,285,758 173,334 1,112,424 1,285,758 North bayshore drive drainage improvements ...... 2,594,883 349,818 2,245,065 2,594,883 Fairlawn storm sewer improvements project ...... 251,935 33,964 217,971 251,935 Total Project Budget ...... 1,250,000 8,022,248 9,272,248

b. Percent and source of required matching Description of Request: Provide an author- HONORING PHILLIP JAMES GRACE fund; and Please see the above chart. The ization of $4 million for the procurement and City of Miami anticipates that the State will installation of Canned Lube Pumps (CLP) on HON. SAM GRAVES pay for 87 percent of this project. Since the four LSD–41/49 Class amphibious ships. This OF MISSOURI City of Miami is a local government, no match funding will purchase 16 CLP units to com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES is required. plete the LSD–41 class. Approximately c. Justification for use of federal taxpayer Monday, September 29, 2008 $400,000 is for technical support for installa- dollars: The City of Miami Stormwater Project Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly tion; $2.8 million for the CLP units and instal- will significantly mitigate flood conditions pause to recognize Phillip James Grace of caused by local storms and will result in a re- lation; $600,000 for battle spares; $200,000 Kansas City, Missouri. Phillip is a very special duction of flood damage and an increase in for prototype ship board test for LHD class. young man who has exemplified the finest public safety for the City of Miami by imple- The Navy has indicated that the total savings qualities of citizenship and leadership by tak- menting stormwater drainage projects through- over the life of the LSD 41/49 class from in- ing an active part in the Boy Scouts of Amer- out the City. This project will also help control stalling the CLP is over $33.1 million, and the ica, Troop 1376, and earning the most pres- the discharge of stormwater into the Miami return investment to the Navy is 394 percent. tigious award of Eagle Scout. River and Biscayne Bay and will improve the This funding will complete the procurement Phillip has been very active with his troop, overall water quality of Miami’s waterways. and installation of the Whidbey Island Class. A participating in many Scout activities. Over the f $2 million add was included in the final bill for many years Phillip has been involved with EARMARK DECLARATION this project. Scouting, he has not only earned numerous merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- 2. Bill Number: H.R. 2638 Consolidated Se- ily, peers, and community. HON. SUE WILKINS MYRICK curity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join OF NORTH CAROLINA Appropriations Act, 2009. me in commending Phillip James Grace for his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Account: RTD&E, Army. accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of Monday, September 29, 2008 America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: DSM Mrs. MYRICK. Madam Speaker, pursuant to ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. Dyneema, LLC. the Republican Leadership standards on ear- f marks, I am submitting the following informa- Address of Requesting Entity: 1101 High- PERSONAL EXPLANATION tion for publication in the CONGRESSIONAL way 27 South, Stanley, NC. RECORD regarding earmarks I received as part Description of Request: The funding will be of H.R. 2638—the Consolidated Security, Dis- used to develop a helmet capable of providing HON. JAMES T. WALSH aster Assistance, and Continuing Appropria- OF NEW YORK 7.62-mm small arms protection, resulting in in- tions Act: IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 1. Bill Number: H.R. 2638 Consolidated Se- creased protection and a potential decrease in Monday, September 29, 2008 curity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing fatal and non-fatal injuries associated with Appropriations Act, 2009. 7.62-mm threats experienced in theatre. Fund- Mr. WALSH of New York. Madam Speaker, Account: OPN Budget Activity 01, Line #19, ing will be used to support ongoing efforts to on rollcall No. 633, a motion to suspend the Items Less than $5 million. develop and test a superstrong polyethylene rules and pass as amended the Paul D. Legal Name of Requesting Entity: IMO fiber that offers maximum strength combined Wellstone Muscular Dystrophy Community As- Pump. with minimum weight. The final bill provides sistance, Research, and Education Amend- Address of Requesting Entity: 1710 Airport $1.44 million for this project. ments of 2008, had I been present, I would Road, Monroe, NC. have voted ‘‘aye.’’

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The museum reaches out to local stu- rules and agree to H.R. 3548, as amended. dents and teachers as well, with 14,000 stu- Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yes.’’ Monday, September 29, 2008 dents expected to visit the museum this year Madam Speaker, on May 5, 2008, I was un- Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Madam Speaker, I and outreach programs such as Artists on the able to vote on the following votes: rollcall No. rise today to commemorate the 250th anniver- Move and Teacher Enrichment classes. 240: On motion to suspend the rules and sary celebration of the Friends Meeting House In the last 20 years, the James A. Michener agree to H. Res. 952. Had I been present, I and Cemetery Association of the Township of Art Museum has become a pillar of culture in would have voted ‘‘yes’’; rollcall No. 241: On Randolph, County of Morris, NJ. Bucks County and I am proud to serve as a motion to table the motion to reconsider H. On October 11, 2008, the Friends Meeting their Congressman. Please join me, Madam Res. 952. Had I been present, I would have House and Cemetery Association of the Town- Speaker, in congratulating them on 20 years voted ‘‘yes’’; rollcall No. 242: On motion to ship of Randolph will celebrate the 250th anni- of excellence. suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 1011, versary of the Friends Meeting House. The f as amended. Had I been present, I would Meeting House is the oldest church in contin- have voted ‘‘yes’’; rollcall No. 243: On a mo- uous use in Morris County and the oldest PERSONAL EXPLANATION tion to table the motion to reconsider H. Res. Quaker Meeting House in northern New Jer- 1011. Had I been present, I would have voted sey. HON. ADAM SMITH ‘‘yes’’; and rollcall No. 244: On a motion to ad- In 1758, The Mendham Friends Meeting OF WASHINGTON journ. Had I been present, I would have voted House and Cemetery was established by the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ‘‘yes.’’ Quakers, who migrated to the Mendham area Monday, September 29, 2008 Madam Speaker, on May 6, 2008, I was un- of Morris County. The name was later able to vote on the following vote: rollcall No. changed to the Randolph Friends Meeting Mr. SMITH of Washington. Madam Speaker, 260: On motion to adjourn. Had I been House, and the building was used for regular on February 6, 2008, I was unable to vote on present, I would have voted ‘‘yes.’’ worship until 1865, when it was ‘‘laid down.’’ the following votes: rollcall No. 29: On motion Madam Speaker, on June 3, 2008, I was From 1865–1898, the Meeting House was to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. unable to vote on the following votes: rollcall used only for memorial services and the occa- 867. Had I been present, I would have voted No. 367: On motion to suspend the rules and sional wedding or funeral, while the grounds ‘‘yes’’; rollcall No. 30: On motion to suspend agree to H. Con. Res. 138, as amended. Had and cemetery were kept by descendants of the rules and agree to H. Res. 942. Had I I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’; roll- the original Quaker families. been present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’, and call No. 368: On motion to suspend the rules In 1898, the Friends Meeting House and rollcall No. 31: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 923. Had I been present, Cemetery Association of Randolph Township and agree to H. Res. 943. Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’; rollcall No. 369: On was formed to oversee the preservation of the I would have voted ‘‘yes’’. motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Meeting House site. Membership was open to Madam Speaker, on February 7, 2008, I Res. 1114. Had I been present, I would have anyone whose ancestors had worshipped in was unable to vote on the following votes: roll- voted ‘‘yes.’’ the meeting house or was buried in the ceme- call No. 32: On ordering the previous question Madam Speaker, on July 17, 2008, I was tery as well as to members of the Friends faith for H. Res. 956. Had I been present, I would unable to vote on the following votes: rollcall who had an interest in preservation of this im- have voted ‘‘yes’’; rollcall No. 33: On agreeing No. 510: On agreeing to the resolution to H. portant place. to H. Res. 956. Had I been present, I would Res. 1350. Had I been present, I would have In 1998, the Meeting House celebrated the have voted ‘‘yes’’; rollcall No. 34: On motion to voted ‘‘yes’’; rollcall No. 539: On motion to 100th anniversary of the founding of the asso- suspend the rules and agree to H. Con. Res. suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 1370, ciation in its current form. In 2007, Friends 283, as amended. Had I been present, I would as amended. Had I been present, I would Meeting House and Cemetery Association was have voted ‘‘yes’’; rollcall No. 35: On motion to have voted ‘‘yes.’’ awarded a grant from the Morris County His- suspend the rules and pass H.R. 4848, as f toric Preservation Trust Fund. This grant will amended. Had I been present, I would have enable the association to fully renovate and voted ‘‘yes’’; rollcall No. 36: On agreeing to EARMARK DECLARATION preserve the Meeting House building, which the amendment numbered 4 to H.R. 4137. has changed little since the 18th century. Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’; HON. HENRY E. BROWN, JR. Madam Speaker, I urge you and my col- rollcall No. 37: On agreeing to the amendment OF SOUTH CAROLINA leagues to join me in congratulating Friends numbered 5 to H.R. 4137. Had I been present, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Meeting House and Cemetery Association of I would have voted ‘‘yes’’; rollcall No. 38: On Monday, September 29, 2008 the Township of Randolph on the celebration agreeing to the amendment numbered 7 to of this special anniversary. H.R. 4137. Had I been present, I would have Mr. BROWN of South Carolina. Madam f voted ‘‘no’’; rollcall No. 39: On motion to Re- Speaker, I submit the following: commit H.R. 4137 with Instructions. Had I Requesting Member: Congressman HENRY HONORING THE JAMES A. been present, I would have voted ‘‘no’’; rollcall E. BROWN, Jr. MICHENER ART MUSEUM No. 40: On passage of H.R. 4137. Had I been Bill Number: H.R. 2638—Consolidated Se- present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’; rollcall No. curity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing HON. PATRICK J. MURPHY 41: On motion to suspend the rules and agree Appropriations Act, 2009. OF PENNSYLVANIA to H. Res. 947. Had I been present, I would Account: RDT&E, Defense-wide. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES have voted ‘‘yes’’, and rollcall No. 42: On Legal Name of Requesting Entity: GenPhar. agreeing to the Senate amendment to H.R. Address of Requesting Entity: 600 Seacoast Monday, September 29, 2008 5140. Had I been present, I would have voted Parkway, Mount Pleasant, SC. Mr. PATRICK J. MURPHY of Pennsylvania. ‘‘no.’’ Description of Project: Provide $3.5 million Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the Madam Speaker, On March 11, 2008, I was to move the Marburg/Ebola vaccines to Phase James A. Michener Art Museum as it cele- unable to vote on the following vote: rollcall I clinical trials, which will involve a clinical lot brates its 20th anniversary on September No. 111: On motion to adjourn. Had I been vaccine production for human injection, human 20th, 2008. As a major repository of Bucks present, I would have voted ‘‘no.’’ safety trials, human dose escalation studies, County’s artistic heritage, the Michener Mu- Madam Speaker, on April 14, 2008, I was non-human primate efficacy ‘‘bridging’’ studies, seum has preserved our region’s artistic herit- unable to vote on the following votes: rollcall FDA applications, and eventual FDA licensure age through an extensive permanent collec- No. 183: On motion to suspend the rules and and approval for human use. The Multivalent

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:55 Apr 14, 2011 Jkt 069102 PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR08\E30SE8.001 E30SE8 erowe on DSK5CLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 23504 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 154, Pt. 17 September 30, 2008 Marburg, Ebola Filovirus Vaccine Program has Address of Requesting Entity: 171 Ashley Address of Requesting Entity: 2301 Avenue developed novel vaccine technology to create Avenue, Charleston, SC. D, Charleston. SC. vaccines against all deadly subtypes of Description of Project: Provide $800,000 to Description of Project: Provide $1.2 million Marburg and Ebola. Utilizing previous DoD enable MUSC to work with the National Func- for the purchase of TRICON and QUADCON funding, the program has worked with the tional Genomics Center (NFGC) to develop shipping containers by the U.S. Army to keep Army to develop over 30 Marburg and Ebola new and improved cancer treatment through Army units and warfighters mobile. The Army vaccine candidates. These studies, conducted molecular genetics technology. Specifically, estimates that they need, as a minimum, by the U.S. Army Research Institute for Infec- the treatment will allow for the extraction of 120,000 containers to meet the needs of our tious Diseases (USAMRIID), demonstrated specific genes in individual tumors to create troops; however, less than 50 percent have the best chemotherapy mix for that individual that the multivalent vaccines were 100 percent been purchased, limiting strategic mobility. Ap- tumor. NFGC was created in 2002 and is effective in protecting monkeys from very high propriation builds upon over $10 million fund- funded through the DoD Medical Advanced lethal dose challenges using three different ed from FY05 to FY08 and on a current Army Technology Program. MUSC is a member of strains of Marburg and two different species of contract for these critically important con- the NFGC and has received funding through Ebola. The Multivalent Marburg, Ebola tainers. Filovirus Vaccine Program will provide the this program in the past. FY09 funding will be DoD with a capability to counteract, in a quick used to purchase robot-screening tools, and Requesting Member: Congressman HENRY and efficient manner, a biological weapon at- the technology will be shared with all mem- E. BROWN, Jr. tack unleashed on U.S. forces or citizens. bers of the Consortium. Bill Number: H.R. 2638—Consolidated Se- Requesting Member: Congressman HENRY Requesting Member: Congressman HENRY curity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing E. BROWN, Jr. E. BROWN, Jr. Appropriations Act, 2009. Bill Number: H.R. 2638—Consolidated Se- Bill Number: H.R. 2638—Consolidated Se- Account: CPB Salaries and Expenses. curity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing curity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2009. Appropriations Act, 2009. Legal Name of Requesting Entity: American Account: RDT&E, Navy. Account: RDT&E, Army. Science and Engineering. Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Advanced Legal Name of Requesting Entity: TC De- Address of Requesting Entity: 829 Mid- Technology Institute. signs dlesex Turnpike, Billerica, SC. Address of Requesting Entity: 5300 Inter- Address of Requesting Entity: 1731 Jervey Description of Project: Provide 2 million to national Blvd, Charleston, SC. Avenue, Charleston, SC. Description of Project: Provide $1.6 million Description of Project: Provide $2 million to complete the installation of a high-energy to enable the integration of Navy systems with conduct the demonstration/validation phase of transmission x-ray system at the Port of the VA’s Center for Veteran’s Enterprise. This the development of a v-shaped hull for Charleston’s Project SEAHAWK. The funding would improve the ability to match Navy con- Humvees that will increase their survivability included in this legislation will make Charles- tracting opportunities with veteran owned from IDEs and other threats. Humvees are the ton the only port in the U.S. with a mobile small businesses. DoD is required by law to backbone of the Army and USMC’s tactical ‘‘backscatter’’ x-ray system that allows screen- conduct a percentage of its contracts with vet- truck fleet; the development of the hull protec- ers to see photo-like images of a container’s eran owned businesses, and the innovations tion program will provide first-ever underbelly contents. Appropriation follows $8 million pro- funded under this effort win ensure that as protection for Humvees, and the kit is able to vided for this project in FY05 and continues many needs of our nation’s military as pos- be installed in the field. the successful port security partnership at sible can be met through helping veterans. Requesting Member: Congressman HENRY Charleston’s Project SEAHAWK. Requesting Member: Congressman HENRY E. BROWN, Jr. Requesting Member: Congressman HENRY E. BROWN, Jr. Bill Number: H.R. 2638—Consolidated Se- E. BROWN, Jr. Bill Number: H.R. 2638—Consolidated Se- curity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Bill Number: H.R 2638—Consolidated Secu- curity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2009. rity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Ap- Appropriations Act, 2009. Account: RDT&E, Army. propriations Act, 2009. Account: RDT&E, Defense-wide. Legal Name of Requesting Entity: South Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Scientific Carolina Research Authority. Account: Military Construction, Air Force. Research Corporation. Address of Requesting Entity: 5300 Inter- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Charles- Address of Requesting Entity: 3860 Farber national Blvd, Charleston, SC. ton Air Force Base, United States Air Force. Place Drive, North Charleston, SC. Description of Project: Provide $2 million to Address of Requesting Entity: Charleston Description of Project: Provide $1.6 miIlion continue development of the Army’s Tactical Air Force Base, South Carolina, 29404. to develop and integrate advanced signals in- Metal Fabrication System (TACFAB). TACFAB telligence and electronic warfare capabilities will add additional capability to the Army’s Description of Project: Provide $4.5 million into networked Joint Threat Warning System. Rapid Manufacturing System, which provides for construction of an addition to C–17 flight Program will enable processing of intercepted deployed forces a way to keep its tanks, heli- simulator complex at Charleston AFB. This ad- enemy signals to provide commanders greater copters, and other systems operating in the dition, which was included in the Administra- information about the battlefield. Project is an battlezone. Specifically, TACFAB will move tion’s Fiscal Year 2009 Budget Request, will ongoing priority of the US Special Operations forward the development of a mobile foundry allow the facility to accommodate a new six- Command, and is considered by the NSA as which will allow units to cast parts in the field, axis flight simulator and loadmaster trainer a timely innovation. cutting repair time down by 90 percent. with space for computers, briefing rooms, Requesting Member: Congressman HENRY Requesting Member: Congressman HENRY component and facility storage and other E. BROWN, Jr. E. BROWN, Jr. needed space. Training needs of the aircrews Bill Number: H.R. 2638—Consolidated Se- Bill Number: H.R. 2638—Consolidated Se- have exceeded the capabilities of the existing curity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing curity, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing three simulators. If this new simulator space is Appropriations Act, 2009. Appropriations Act, 2009. not provided, established training goals will not Account: RDT&E, Army. Account: OM, Army. be achieved at an airbase that currently Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Medical Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Charles- houses two wings of C17s currently meeting University of South Carolina (MUSC). ton Marine Containers. the needs of our troops deployed abroad.

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